Al Ahly have officially closed the financial file of former first-team head coach Jesse Thorup after transferring the final installment of his outstanding financial dues under the settlement agreed between both parties following the termination of his contract by mutual consent.
The final payment was made according to the agreed schedule, which divided Thorup’s financial entitlements into several installments, with the settlement scheduled to be completed during August.
Al Ahly Pays Jesse Thorup’s Final Installment
The financial agreement between Al Ahly and Jesse Thorup included three installments.
The first payment was made after the termination agreement was signed, while the second installment was paid in July.
The third and final installment became due in August, and Al Ahly completed the payment according to the agreed timetable.
With the final installment transferred, the club has fulfilled its financial obligations toward the Danish coach, bringing the financial settlement related to his tenure to an end.
Jesse Thorup’s Spell at Al Ahly
Al Ahly announced the appointment of Jesse Thorup as first-team head coach on October 8, 2025, with the Danish manager signing a two-and-a-half-year contract.
His appointment came after extensive discussions within the club’s football management structure to identify the right coach for the next phase.
A Promising Start
Thorup initially enjoyed a positive start with Al Ahly after leading the team to the Egyptian Super Cup title.
However, the trophy remained his most notable achievement with the club as results later declined across several competitions.
Al Ahly’s Results Under Thorup
Al Ahly finished third in the Egyptian Premier League during Thorup’s tenure.
The team also exited the CAF Champions League at the quarter-final stage after losing to Tunisia’s Espérance, while it was eliminated from the Egyptian Cup by Telecom Egypt in the Round of 16.
Al Ahly also failed to advance beyond the group stage of the Egyptian League Cup.
As a result, the Egyptian Super Cup remained Thorup’s only major trophy with the club.
Thorup’s Numbers at Al Ahly
Jesse Thorup managed Al Ahly in 36 matches across all competitions.
During that period, the team recorded 18 wins, 9 draws and 9 defeats.
Despite the number of victories, the overall results fell short of the club’s ambitions and expectations for the season.
Al Ahly Turns the Page on Thorup
With the final installment of Jesse Thorup’s financial dues now paid, Al Ahly have officially closed the former manager’s financial file.
The club can now fully focus on the next phase and its upcoming competitions after completing the contractual settlement and fulfilling all financial obligations related to Thorup’s departure.
When did Al Ahly appoint Jesse Thorup?
Al Ahly appointed Jesse Thorup on October 8, 2025, on a two-and-a-half-year contract.
How many matches did Jesse Thorup manage at Al Ahly?
Thorup managed Al Ahly in 36 matches across all competitions.
What was Thorup’s main trophy with Al Ahly?
He led Al Ahly to the Egyptian Super Cup title, his most notable achievement with the club.
Has Al Ahly completed Thorup’s financial settlement?
Yes. The club completed the settlement by transferring the third and final installment of his financial dues.
