Turki Alalshikh, an adviser to Mohammed bin Salman, has confirmed reports circulating in Western media regarding his brain tumour diagnosis and the possibility that he could lose his memory by 2028.

The remarks were made during an interview with Ring Magazine, which he owns. Alalshikh is reported to have a tumour located near the pituitary gland.

Meanwhile, platforms specialising in sports and entertainment business deals have reportedly warned parties holding contracts with him to consider the future of their investments following his acknowledgement of the brain tumour diagnosis.