Although the deal’s details were not disclosed, reports suggested that the 32-year-old forward signed a one-year contract.
The move could potentially mark the end of his long European journey, following a brief stint with French Ligue 1 side Le Havre, where he made 16 appearances, scoring three goals and registering one assist.
Kouka began his European career in 2011, joining Rio Ave’s U-19 team from Egyptian giants Ahly, where he broke into the senior squad in 2012.
In the summer of 2015, he left Rio Ave to sign for Portuguese side SC Braga. He then embarked on a temporary spell with Greek side Olympiacos, which became permanent in the 2020 season.
The nomadic striker moved to Turkey in 2021 on loan to Konyaspor, before playing for Alanyaspor in 2022. He then joined Pendikspor on a free transfer in September 2023.
In February 2024, Kouka returned to Alanyaspor after becoming a free agent. His stay was short-lived, as he rejoined Rio Ave in August 2024 on a one-year deal.
However, he made another switch in January 2025, signing for Le Havre in a Bosman deal until the end of the season.
Al-Ettifaq finished seventh in the 2024/25 Saudi Pro League season.
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