Gray praises Awad’s skills and confirms that Sobhi is a strong contender for the title of best goalkeeper in Egypt.
Zamalek signs Ahmed Sherif, Farco’s striker, on a five-year contract worth 35 million Egyptian pounds, with outstanding performances from goalkeepers Awad and Sobhi.
Sports broadcaster Amir Hesham revealed important statements made by the former Zamalek club director, Ayman Al-Ramadi, on his official Facebook account. Al-Ramadi spoke about the team’s strength in the goalkeeper position. He explained that goalkeeper Mohamed Awad possesses unique technical skills that qualify him to be one of the best goalkeepers in the Egyptian league, praising his ability to save difficult shots and his positive impact on the overall team performance. At the same time, he pointed out that the young goalkeeper Ahmed Sobhi stands out as a strong contender for the title of best goalkeeper in Egypt, indicating healthy competition within the club for this important position.
On the transfers front, Zamalek successfully completed a major deal by signing Ahmed Sherif, the striker from Farco, on a five-year contract, making him the team’s first signing during the current summer transfer window. This signing is part of the club’s strategy to strengthen the first team in preparation for upcoming local and continental competitions, as Zamalek aims to bolster its attacking lines with players capable of making a difference.
A source inside Zamalek confirmed that the club has already obtained the official release for the player and that contracts have been signed stipulating a payment of 35 million Egyptian pounds in several installments, reflecting the club’s commitment to financial balance and contractual obligations. The source added that all financial and administrative details have been finalized and that the player is now officially part of Zamalek’s squad, with an official announcement expected in the coming hours.
This step comes as part of a comprehensive plan by Zamalek to renew the team’s roster by bringing in young players with exceptional talents, ensuring strong continued competition in various championships—especially with increasing rivalry in the Egyptian Premier League and the CAF Champions League, where the club strives to maintain its position as one of the most prestigious and strongest clubs in the region.
Tottenham Hotspur have officially signed Brazilian winger Savinho from Manchester City, in a deal that could reach £85 million including incentives, as the London club continues its major squad rebuild.
The second matchweek of the 2026-2027 Egyptian Premier League is set to begin on Wednesday, with Pyramids leading the table on goal difference, Al Ahly in second place and defending champions Zamalek sitting 14th after their opening draw.
Sherif Ekramy sent a message to Zamalek fans regarding the debate surrounding Juan Bezerra, stressing that the club remains bigger than any player and that emotional moments should not automatically translate into complete trust.
The Egyptian Professional Clubs Association has suspended Eastern Company ENPPI head coach Mohamed Barakat for four matches and fined him EGP 20,000 following an incident during the team’s league opener against Al Ahly.
