Zenit St. Petersburg officially completed transfer of Malcom to Al-Hilal from Saudi Arabia.

26-year-old Brazilian spent four seasons in Russia, he joined Zenit from Barcelona in August 2019. Malcom played 84 matches in RPL and scored 38 goals; he is fourth high-scoring Brazilian following Hulk (56), Welltion (57) and Vagner Love (85). Forward won four RPL titles, one Russian Cup and four Super Cups.

In 2022/23 season Malcom became RPL top scorer with 23 goals; at first Winline RPL Heroes award ceremony he was named best forward and MVP of the season, also entered team of the season.