Hamed Hamdan’s Dispute with Petrojet Escalates
Palestinian midfielder Hamed Hamdan has entered into a growing conflict with Petrojet’s management, after taking escalating steps to pressure the club into allowing his departure during the current summer transfer window. Hamdan is determined to leave the club, especially after receiving multiple offers—most notably from Zamalek—while Petrojet remains firm on keeping him.
The Beginning: Multiple Offers, One Desire
The crisis began when Hamdan received several offers from Premier League clubs following a standout season with Petrojet. Among the suitors were Al Masry, National Bank of Egypt, and Zamalek. Despite the variety of options, the player clearly expressed his desire to join Zamalek and refused to negotiate with the other clubs, leading Al Masry and NBE to withdraw from the race early on.
Petrojet’s Stance: No Departure for Key Players
Petrojet’s management firmly rejected the idea of letting Hamdan leave, emphasizing their intention to keep their core players, especially since other key squad members—like Tawfiq Mohamed and Hady Riyad—have also attracted interest. The club sees retaining its key players as vital for competing next season and is not willing to let anyone go at this time.
Zamalek Insists on Negotiations
Zamalek, for its part, did not give up on signing Hamdan and requested an official meeting with Petrojet to present a new offer. The White Castle sees the player as a valuable addition and a growing fan demand, pushing them to continue their pursuit despite the initial rejection.
Negotiation Session Ends Without Agreement
Zamalek representative John Edward held a lengthy meeting with Petrojet’s officials, lasting around five hours. Zamalek proposed a financial offer alongside a couple of youth players as part of a swap deal to reduce the cash component. However, Petrojet demanded a higher financial return, leading to a deadlock and the session ending without a final agreement.
The Player Responds with Protest and Absence
Following the breakdown in talks, Hamed Hamdan escalated matters by skipping team training and friendly matches, openly protesting the club’s refusal to let him leave for Zamalek. Sources close to the player confirmed he is unwilling to continue at Petrojet and insists on moving during the current window.
Petrojet Responds with Official Action
In response, Petrojet sent an official notice to Hamdan’s registered address, documenting his unauthorized absence from training. The club also applied the internal penalty regulations for absentees and is now preparing a formal complaint to the Egyptian FA, backed by documentation of the player’s misconduct.
Zamalek Plans a Final Push to Sign the Player
Despite the current standstill, Zamalek is considering making one last attempt to sign Hamdan, potentially by improving their financial offer. This move is driven by both the coaching staff’s interest in the player and the growing pressure from fans who are eager to see him wear the white jersey.
