Former Al Ahly star Alaa Ibrahim said Ismaily need significant and sustainable financial resources to overcome their current difficulties, rebuild the club and return to the Egyptian Premier League.
Ibrahim stressed that the club’s financial problems require long-term solutions, with stable sources of revenue representing a key step toward rebuilding the team.
Alaa Ibrahim: Ismaily Need EGP 500 Million
Speaking on television, Alaa Ibrahim said the EGP 15 million required to resolve Ismaily’s registration ban is not the club’s biggest problem.
Instead, he stressed that the main challenge is the lack of stable financial resources capable of supporting the club over the long term.
The former Al Ahly player estimated that Ismaily may need at least EGP 500 million to restore the club to its natural position and build a competitive team.
He added that returning to the Premier League will not be easy, as the club will need significant investment during its time in the professional division and additional spending after promotion.
Ismaily Need EGP 100 Million to Fight for Promotion
Alaa Ibrahim said Ismaily need around EGP 100 million during their campaign in the professional division to compete strongly for promotion to the Premier League.
He stressed that the club’s financial needs would not end with promotion, as the squad would then require further investment to compete against Premier League teams.
Ibrahim also emphasized that the current situation does not reflect Ismaily’s history or status in Egyptian football.
Youth Academy Key to Rebuilding Ismaily
Alaa Ibrahim highlighted the importance of Ismaily’s youth academy as one of the main solutions for rebuilding the club over the long term.
He believes the academy has declined compared with previous periods, when Ismaily were known for producing numerous talented players and stars.
Investing in the youth system could help Ismaily develop new talents, reduce dependence on expensive transfers and restore the club’s football identity.
Alaa Ibrahim Discusses Tersana and Mansoura
The former Al Ahly star also discussed the Professional League competition, praising Tersana and the quality of players within the squad.
He believes Tersana can be a strong contender in the Professional League given the quality of its players.
Ibrahim also spoke about Mansoura, stressing that popular clubs never lose their importance and that the Mansoura name continues to carry significant weight in Egyptian football.
He noted that Mansoura have produced strong results at home but have struggled to achieve the same consistency away from home.
How much could Ismaily need to return to the Premier League?
Alaa Ibrahim estimated that the club could need at least EGP 500 million to restore its position.
How much does Ismaily need to compete for promotion?
Ibrahim estimated that around EGP 100 million could be needed during the Professional League campaign.
What did Alaa Ibrahim say about Ismaily’s registration ban?
He said the EGP 15 million required to lift the ban is not the club’s biggest problem.
Why is Ismaily’s youth academy important?
Developing the academy could help produce new talents and reduce the club’s reliance on expensive signings.
What did Ibrahim say about Tersana and Mansoura?
He praised Tersana’s squad and described Mansoura as an important popular club while pointing out its away-results problem.
