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Al Ittihad Alexandria President: We Are Building a Young Team for a Different Season

Mon , September 21 2026 / 06:11 PM By: Misr Connect 4 min read
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Mohamed Ahmed Salama, president of Al Ittihad Alexandria, said the club made major moves during the transfer window to build a younger squad and improve its results this season.

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⚽ Al Ittihad Alexandria Reshape Their Squad

Mohamed Ahmed Salama, president of Al Ittihad Alexandria, revealed details of the club’s transfer activity, explaining that the board made significant changes to the squad in an effort to build a team capable of performing better this season.

Salama said the club completed 24 new signings during the transfer window, including three players on loan, as part of a broader plan to reshape the squad and create a more balanced group.

📢 Lowering the Average Age

Speaking on the radio program “El Kalam El Mazboot,” Salama explained that the club worked to create a suitable squad structure with a stronger focus on youth.

He said the team’s average age has now been reduced to around 24 or 25 years, with the goal of creating a more energetic squad while avoiding a repeat of the difficulties experienced last season.

🔥 Major Investment in New Signings

The Al Ittihad president stressed that the club made significant efforts to strengthen several positions, while allocating substantial financial resources to complete the new deals.

Salama said: “I spent a lot to bring in the signings, but nothing is too expensive for the fans of Alexandria.”

His comments reflected the board’s focus on strengthening the squad and responding to the expectations of the club’s supporters.

🏟️ Building a Young Squad for Better Results

The club’s recruitment strategy is aimed at creating a balanced squad capable of delivering improved performances during the current season, while giving a greater role to younger players with room for development.

The success of the new project will depend on how quickly the new players adapt and how effectively they fit into the coaching staff’s plans after the major changes to the squad.

⭐ Meeting the Expectations of the Fans

Mohamed Ahmed Salama concluded by stressing that the main objective behind the club’s transfer activity is to build the right squad structure and achieve better results this season.

Al Ittihad supporters will now be looking for the extensive changes to translate into stronger performances and greater consistency, as the club seeks to deliver a campaign more in line with the ambitions of its fan base.

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