Al Ahly Ends Jess Thorup Contract by Mutual Consent After Mixed Season
Al Ahly officially parts ways with coach Jess Thorup by mutual consent after a mixed season, highlighting his stats, achievements, and overall performance.
Contract Terminated by Mutual Agreement
Al Ahly SC has officially ended its contractual relationship with Danish head coach Jess Thorup and his technical staff by mutual consent.
The decision came after a meeting attended by Yasseen Mansour, vice chairman of the board, and Sayed Abdel Hafeez, board member in charge of football affairs, alongside the coach and his agent Firas Ali, in the presence of Abdullah Shehata, the legal advisor for the football sector.
Financial Settlement Signed
Thorup signed a full financial settlement after receiving all his dues, in accordance with the contract that was set to run until June 30, 2026.
The club expressed its appreciation to the coach and his staff for their efforts during their tenure, wishing them success in their future careers.
Farewell Message from Thorup
For his part, Jess Thorup and his staff expressed gratitude to the club’s board, players, and fans, emphasizing their commitment to maintaining a respectful and positive relationship with everyone they worked with.
Al Ahly’s Record Under Thorup
Under Thorup’s leadership, Al Ahly played a total of 36 matches across all competitions, with mixed results:
Match Results
- Wins: 18
- Draws: 9
- Losses: 9
Titles and Competition Performance
Egyptian Super Cup
The team’s most notable achievement during his tenure was winning the Egyptian Super Cup.
Egyptian Premier League
Al Ahly finished the season in third place, missing out on qualification for the CAF Champions League.
CAF Champions League
The team was eliminated in the quarterfinals.
Egypt Cup
Al Ahly exited early in the Round of 16 after losing to Telecom Egypt.
League Cup
The team was knocked out in the group stage.
A Season of Challenges
These results reflect a season filled with ups and downs, prompting the club’s management to make a technical change.
Al Ahly now enters a new phase, aiming to rebuild, regain balance, and return strongly to winning titles in the upcoming seasons.
FAQ
Why did Al Ahly terminate Jess Thorup’s contract?
Due to inconsistent results and the club’s desire for a technical change.
Did Thorup receive his financial dues?
Yes, he signed a full settlement after receiving all payments.
What was his biggest achievement with Al Ahly?
Winning the Egyptian Super Cup.
How many matches did he coach?
He led the team in 36 matches.
Where did Al Ahly finish in the league?
They finished third in the Egyptian Premier League.
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