The name of former Egyptian national team striker Ahmed Hassan Kouka has resurfaced in the corridors of Al Ahly SC, as he emerges once again as a strong candidate in the club’s search for attacking reinforcements during the current summer transfer window.

Sports journalist Fathallah Zeidan was among the first to point out this development, confirming that Kouka is being seriously considered for a move to the Red Devils. He added on Facebook that the final decision will depend on the vision of head coach Ricardo Ribeiro, who is currently evaluating several offensive options.

Meanwhile, journalist Karim Ramzy revealed that Al Ahly is preparing to officially announce the departure of Wissam Abu Ali to Major League Soccer’s Columbus Crew in a record-breaking deal — the highest-valued transfer of an Egyptian player to the MLS. This major move is expected to leave a void in the attack, further boosting the possibility of bringing in an experienced forward like Kouka.

Ramzy noted that Kouka’s name had previously been on the table, particularly before Al Ahly’s participation in the FIFA Club World Cup. However, the club’s early exit from the tournament stalled the potential deal — a scenario reminiscent of how Abderrazak Hamdallah joined Al Hilal after a similar series of events.

Sources also suggest that Kouka is personally eager to wear the Al Ahly jersey and conclude his career at the club, especially considering his youth career began in the club’s academy before his journey to Europe.

At 31, Kouka boasts a strong scoring record across European leagues and is known for his physical presence and experience in high-stakes matches. These attributes make his potential signing a serious consideration, especially as Al Ahly seeks a striker who can serve as a reliable target man and add tactical variety to the squad.

Al Ahly’s transfer committee is expected to make a final decision in the coming days — either advancing negotiations or closing the door altogether based on the coach’s technical assessment.

As fans react with excitement and anticipation, the final outcome of the transfer remains in delicate balance, hinging on technical evaluations and financial negotiations that could alter the trajectory of the deal at any moment.