Mohamed Awad’s Refusal Halts Ahmed Eid’s Transfer to Zamalek
Mohamed Awad blocks Eid’s transfer; Zamalek seeks alternative.
The refusal of Zamalek SC goalkeeper Mohamed Awad has created significant repercussions, directly impacting the completion of the young player Ahmed Eid’s transfer to the White Castle. This rejection halted negotiations between the two clubs after an initial agreement that included Awad’s inclusion in a swap deal with Al Masry SC. Reliable sources revealed that Zamalek’s management was determined to strengthen the squad by acquiring Ahmed Eid, considered one of the promising talents in the defensive midfield, especially given the team’s need to reinforce this position to compete locally and continentally. However, Awad’s firm refusal to participate in any swap deal and his refusal to discuss the matter with his club’s management effectively created a barrier, blocking the deal’s completion and causing clear stagnation.
With the collapse of this swap strategy, which was seen as a cost-effective way to strengthen the squad, Zamalek officials started exploring alternative options to fill the gap. The most notable target is the rising Moroccan talent Ayman Trazi, a young right-back for Hassania Agadir, who has emerged as a technically and physically gifted player. Born in 2005, Trazi qualifies as a youth player, meaning he does not affect the club’s foreign or senior player quotas, giving Zamalek greater flexibility in its roster management and transfer strategies within league regulations.
This alternative plan arose amid growing financial and administrative difficulties concerning Ahmed Eid’s transfer, with Al Masry demanding high fees that could hinder the deal during the current summer transfer window. This compelled Zamalek’s management to seriously consider Trazi, who could provide a vital boost to the team in the future. Belgian coach Yannick Ferreira is closely monitoring the situation and is expected to make a final decision soon based on the player’s fit with the team’s tactical plans and his adaptability to the Egyptian league.
It is worth noting that Zamalek aims to maintain a balance between adding experienced players and supporting the team with young talents capable of contributing in the long term, as part of a comprehensive strategy to achieve the club’s ambitions at all levels, both domestically and continentally.
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