Al Ahly's first-team coaching staff have finalized the backbone of the squad for the upcoming season after significant changes to the roster over recent weeks. The restructuring has already seen 12 players leave the club, while two more are close to departing.
The moves are part of Al Ahly's strategy to rebuild the squad and prepare a competitive team capable of challenging for domestic and continental titles in the new season.
12 Players Leave Al Ahly Ahead of the New Season
Al Ahly's outgoing list has undergone major changes, with Mostafa El Aash and Mohamed Shokry completing permanent transfers to Al Masry SC.
Goalkeeper Mohamed Siha has joined Al Masry on a season-long loan, while Slovenian forward Jinek Gardišar has been loaned to Ceramica Cleopatra.
The departures also include Mahmoud Hassan Trezeguet, who moved to Saudi club Al Riyadh, and Malian midfielder Aliou Dieng, who left the club following the expiration of his contract.
Moataz Mohamed has joined Haras El Hodoud on loan, while Omar Kamal Abdel Wahed departed after mutually terminating his contract. Tunisian midfielder Mohamed Ali Ben Romdhane is also close to completing a move to Al Shamal SC after undergoing a medical in Doha ahead of the official announcement.
Two More Players Close to Leaving Al Ahly
A source inside Al Ahly revealed that Mohamed Sherif and Samir Mohamed are both close to leaving the club during the current transfer window, with official announcements expected in the coming hours.
Meanwhile, Al Ahly rejected an approach from Saudi club Al Shabab for defender Yasser Ibrahim, insisting on keeping him and offering him a new contract extension.
Al Ahly Assess the Futures of Reda Slim, Kristo, and Achraf Dari
The same source indicated that Moroccan winger Reda Slim could leave the club in the coming period, while negotiations continue over terminating the contracts of Mohamed Dhaoui "Kristo" and Achraf Dari.
The club's management aims to finalize the situations of players who are either not registered or no longer part of the coaching staff's plans before the new season begins.
Expected Al Ahly Squad for the New Season
The expected Al Ahly squad includes several of the club's top players, led by:
Mohamed El Shenawy, Hamza Alaa, Mostafa Shobeir, Mohamed Hany, Ahmed Eid, Karim Fouad, Yasser Ibrahim, Yassin Marei, Amr El Gezar, Hady Riyad, Karim El Debis, Youssef Belamri, Ahmed Reda, Ahmed Nabil Koka, Marwan Attia, Mohamed Magdy Afsha, Emam Ashour, Ali Mahmoud, Omar El Saai, Achraf Bencharki, Hussein El Shahat, Taher Mohamed Taher, Ahmed Mostafa Zizo, Oktay Abdullah, Moroccan forward Soufiane Benjdida, and Algerian striker Monsef Bakrar.
The club will also register several players from its 2005-born youth team in accordance with Egyptian Football Association regulations, including Ahmed Khaled Kabaka, Mohamed Abdallah, Omar Sayed Moawad, and Mohamed Raafat.
Al Ahly Leave One Spot Open for a New Signing
The source added that Al Ahly have intentionally left one place available in the squad while awaiting a decision on signing ENPPI player Hamed Abdallah or registering young midfielder Ibrahim Adel.
The club is also monitoring the recovery of Ibrahim El Assiouty, who is sidelined with an ACL injury and is expected to return to full team training in October.
Al Ahly Prepare for a New Season with Extensive Changes
Al Ahly's current transfer activity is part of a broader strategy to build a balanced squad that combines experienced stars with emerging young talents while maintaining the team's core players.
The Red Devils' supporters hope these changes will help the club remain among the title contenders and add more trophies in the upcoming season.
Why did so many Al Ahly players leave?
The departures are part of the club's squad restructuring plan ahead of the new season.
Which notable players left Al Ahly?
Among the most prominent departures are Mostafa El Aash, Mohamed Shokry, Mahmoud Hassan Trezeguet, and Aliou Dieng.
Is Mohamed Sherif leaving Al Ahly?
According to a club source, Mohamed Sherif is close to leaving, with an official announcement expected soon.
Which key players are staying at Al Ahly?
The club's core squad includes Mohamed El Shenawy, Mostafa Shobeir, Emam Ashour, Marwan Attia, and Hussein El Shahat.
Will Al Ahly sign new players?
The club is still working on several transfer decisions, including a potential move for ENPPI's Hamed Abdallah or registering additional young talents.
