The dispute between Zamalek and former player Mariam Metwally, a member of Egypt's national volleyball team, has entered a new phase after the club filed an official complaint with the Egyptian Volleyball Federation.
Zamalek are seeking the value of a penalty clause included in a previous agreement with the player. The clause is reportedly worth EGP 1 million per season if she does not return to the team under the terms of the agreement.
Details of Zamalek's Agreement With Metwally
The dispute dates back to last season, when Zamalek agreed to allow Mariam Metwally to pursue a professional opportunity in Italy under an agreement covering her future with the club.
As part of the agreement, Metwally waived financial dues owed to her by Zamalek, reportedly worth around EGP 635,000.
In return, the agreement included a penalty clause of EGP 1 million per season if she failed to return to Zamalek during the following two seasons.
Zamalek are relying on this agreement in their complaint and are seeking enforcement of the penalty clause after the player continued her professional career outside Egypt.
Mariam Metwally Continues Her Career in Azerbaijan
Metwally recently joined Azerbaijani club Momina Khatun on a one-season deal, allowing her to continue her professional career outside Egypt.
Zamalek believe that her continued professional career without returning to the club, as stipulated in the previous agreement, gives the club grounds to claim the penalty amount.
However, the validity of the agreement and whether it can be enforced under the applicable volleyball regulations are now being examined by the Egyptian Volleyball Federation.
Administrative Issue Over Metwally's Contract
The dispute also includes an administrative issue concerning the registration of Metwally's contract with the Egyptian Volleyball Federation.
The contract was reportedly not registered with the federation within the required timeframe, making the issue one of the key points being examined as part of Zamalek's complaint.
The federation is reviewing the regulations governing contracts, player registration and international professional moves as it assesses the agreement between the two sides.
Egyptian Volleyball Federation Reviews Complaint
The Egyptian Volleyball Federation is currently examining the complaint and documents submitted by both Zamalek and Mariam Metwally.
The federation will assess the validity of the agreement and determine whether the penalty clause can be enforced under the regulations governing contracts, registration and overseas professional moves.
A decision is expected after the relevant documents have been reviewed and the federation determines whether Zamalek is entitled to receive the EGP 1 million penalty.
Why did Zamalek file a complaint against Mariam Metwally?
Zamalek filed the complaint to seek the penalty amount included in a previous agreement with the player, reportedly worth EGP 1 million per season.
How much is the penalty clause in the agreement?
The penalty clause is reportedly worth EGP 1 million per season.
How much did Metwally waive in financial dues?
The agreement reportedly involved Metwally waiving around EGP 635,000 in financial dues owed by Zamalek.
Where is Mariam Metwally playing now?
She recently joined Azerbaijani club Momina Khatun on a one-season deal.
Has the Volleyball Federation ruled on Zamalek's complaint?
Not yet. The federation is reviewing the documents and the agreement to determine its validity and whether the penalty clause can be enforced.
