Al Ahly Decide to Remove Youssef Bellammari

Al Ahly officials have decided to remove Moroccan left-back Youssef Bellammari from the club’s squad for the new season after the serious injury he suffered during the team’s training camp in Spain.

Bellammari sustained the injury during Al Ahly’s friendly match against Badalona, with medical examinations confirming that he suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury in his knee.

Youssef Bellammari’s Injury and Expected Absence

According to the information provided, Al Ahly decided to remove the player from the squad because he is not expected to return before the end of the season.

The club’s medical staff are expected to determine the date of Bellammari’s ACL surgery in the coming period, according to Al Ahly head of medical staff Ahmed Gaballah.

Al Ahly Rule Out Signing a Foreign Left-Back

Al Ahly have ruled out the idea of signing a foreign player in the same left-back position to replace Bellammari during his long absence.

The club is currently considering the available options, either by signing an Egyptian player or relying on the existing squad.

Tawfik Mohamed Among Al Ahly’s Options

One option under consideration is completing the signing of Tawfik Mohamed, the Petrojet player, after Al Ahly recently renewed negotiations to bring him to the club.

The move would provide the team with an additional option on the left flank following Bellammari’s injury.

Karim El Debes, Kouka and Karim Fouad as Internal Options

The second option is to rely on the players already available within the squad.

This includes Karim El Debes, who has returned from Ceramica Cleopatra, as well as Ahmed Nabil Kouka and Karim Fouad, both of whom can play as left-backs.

Al Ahly will therefore assess all available options before making a final decision regarding the position.

When Did Youssef Bellammari Join Al Ahly?

Youssef Bellammari joined Al Ahly on a permanent transfer during the January 2025 winter transfer window from Moroccan club Raja Casablanca.

The Moroccan defender had been one of the club’s options at left-back before his ACL injury forced him into a lengthy period away from competitive football.

What injury did Youssef Bellammari suffer?

He suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury in his knee during Al Ahly’s friendly match against Badalona.

Will Bellammari remain in Al Ahly’s squad?

Al Ahly have decided to remove his name from the squad because of his expected lengthy absence.

Will Al Ahly sign a foreign left-back?

According to the provided information, the club has ruled out signing a foreign player in the same position.

Who could replace Bellammari?

Al Ahly are considering Tawfik Mohamed, while Karim El Debes, Ahmed Nabil Kouka and Karim Fouad are also available internal options.