Zamalek is just a few steps away from finalizing one of its key transfers in the ongoing summer window by signing Palestinian international Oday Dabbagh, striker for Belgian side Charleroi. The player is expected to arrive in Cairo within hours to officially sign the contract.
Successful Negotiations and Final Agreement
Negotiations between Zamalek and Charleroi have been ongoing over the past few days and have resulted in a mutually satisfactory agreement. According to a source within the White Castle, the deal is now finalized, with full agreement reached on the contract terms, duration, and financial details.

The deal is expected to cost Zamalek approximately $350,000 in fixed transfer fees, in addition to performance-based bonuses worth up to $50,000, depending on the player's individual and team contributions in the coming seasons.

Long-Term Contract Reflects Technical Confidence
Dabbagh is set to sign a four-year deal with Zamalek, a move that reflects the club’s ambition to build a long-term project and bring stability to its attacking line, especially after offensive struggles in recent seasons. The technical staff, led by the new head coach, gave the green light for the signing after closely monitoring the player’s performances in the Belgian league and with the Palestinian national team.

Impressive Career Path and Versatile Attacking Skills
At 26 years old, Oday Dabbagh is considered one of the standout forwards for the Palestinian national team in recent years. He began his career in Palestine before embarking on professional stints in Kuwait, Portugal, and most recently Belgium with Charleroi — a league known for its competitiveness and intensity.

Dabbagh is known for his diverse attacking skills. He is quick, smart in his movement between lines, and a strong finisher with both head and feet. His tactical versatility allows him to operate as a central striker or wide forward, offering multiple options to the coaching staff in offensive formations.

Strong Technical and Fan Support for the Move
The deal has been well-received inside Zamalek, both by the club’s management and technical team, especially given the lack of depth in the striker position and inconsistent performances from current attackers. Fans are eagerly awaiting the official announcement, hoping Dabbagh will restore the team’s attacking threat in local and continental competitions.

A Step Toward Renewal and Building for the Future
This move aligns with the club’s broader plan to refresh the squad and overcome the instability that affected performance last season. The strategy appears to focus on signing ambitious players eager to prove themselves — a profile that fits Dabbagh perfectly, as he sees joining Zamalek as a major step in his career with one of Africa’s biggest clubs.