Al Ahly Nears Registering Reda Slim After Belamri Injury

Al Ahly is considering registering Moroccan winger Reda Slim for the new season after Yusuf Belamri suffered an ACL injury, while Akram Tawfik returns on a three-year deal

  Thu , August 13 2026 / 01:42 PM Updated At: 2026-08-13 13:42:06

Egyptian giants Al Ahly are considering registering Moroccan player Reda Slim in the squad for the new season after his compatriot Yusuf Belamri suffered an ACL injury.

The injury could lead the club to restructure its list of foreign players and make room for Slim.

Al Ahly Considers Reda Slim Registration

Al Ahly is reportedly looking to benefit from the vacant foreign-player spot expected to become available after Belamri's name is removed from the squad because of his injury.

The club is currently reviewing Reda Slim's situation, particularly given his previous experience with Al Ahly and his ability to operate in several attacking positions.

The final decision is expected to be made in coordination with head coach Houcine Ammouta as the club completes preparations for the new season.

Yusuf Belamri Suffers ACL Injury

Dr. Ahmed Gaballah, head of Al Ahly's first-team medical staff, confirmed that medical examinations and an MRI scan revealed that Yusuf Belamri had suffered an ACL tear.

The club's medical team is currently working to determine the date of the player's surgery, with Belamri expected to face a lengthy recovery period.

Akram Tawfik Returns to Al Ahly

Meanwhile, Al Ahly have completed an agreement with Akram Tawfik to return to the club on a three-year contract as a free agent after mutually terminating his contract with Qatari side Al-Shamal.

The agreement allows Tawfik to join Al Ahly without the Egyptian club paying a transfer fee to his former team.

His return comes amid a mutual desire between the player and the club, with Tawfik welcoming the move back to Al Ahly, while the club's officials were keen to bring back one of their former key players to strengthen the squad.

Al Ahly Finalizes Its New Season Squad

Al Ahly's technical staff are working to finalize the squad before the registration window closes, including determining which foreign players will be retained and how the available spots will be used.

Reda Slim's future remains dependent on the club's final decision regarding its foreign-player list following Belamri's injury.

Is Reda Slim close to returning to Al Ahly?

Al Ahly is considering registering Reda Slim for the new season following Yusuf Belamri's ACL injury.

What is Yusuf Belamri's injury?

Medical examinations confirmed that Belamri suffered an ACL tear.

How long is Akram Tawfik's new contract with Al Ahly?

Akram Tawfik has agreed to return to Al Ahly on a three-year contract as a free agent.

Will Reda Slim be registered in Al Ahly's new squad?

A final decision has not yet been confirmed, with the club reviewing his situation alongside the technical staff.

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