The deal was completed after Al-Shabab officials agreed a deal with Al-Hazm club whom the Tunisian coached, Saudi daily Al-Watan reported on Monday.

Al-Ajlani arrived in Riyadh and immediately took charge f the team, leading them in a long practice session preceded by an introduction session, the paper added.

Al-Ajlani, who helped Al-Hazm clinch sixth spot in the Saudi league table, has been residing in Saudi Arabia for a long period of time.

He coached a number of top-flight teams including Hilal, Qadesiya and Al-Riyadh clubs.