Tarik Ramadan, the agent appointed by Ahli Benghazi, discussed the details of the potential transfer of Zamalek player Ahmed Fتوح. He revealed that the initial offer from Ahli Benghazi was $500, which was later increased to $700,000. However, Zamalek responded with a surprising rejection. Ramadan expressed his astonishment at the club's reaction, given that some board members had agreed to the offer.
According to Ramadan, the offer was made after a tentative approach to Zamalek regarding Fتوح's potential departure. The agent stated that Fتوح would have received $1.5 million in the first season and $2 million in the second season if he had joined Ahli Benghazi. He also mentioned that Fتوح was willing to waive some of his dues and pay a portion of his contract with the Libyan club to increase the financial value of the offer.
Ramadan shed light on the internal dynamics at Zamalek, stating that the board members have differing opinions. He refrained from disclosing the name of the board member who negotiated the transfer, but emphasized that the lack of cohesion within the board hindered the negotiation process. This internal discord may have contributed to the rejection of Ahli Benghazi's offer.
The potential transfer of Fتوح to Ahli Benghazi has hit a roadblock, and the Libyan club is now considering withdrawing from negotiations. Ahli Benghazi is reportedly unhappy with Zamalek's handling of the transfer talks. The Egyptian club's management had previously stated that there was no intention to sell Fتوح, even on loan.
Fتوح's contract with Zamalek is set to expire at the end of the current season, and he will be free to sign with any club in January. The 28-year-old has been a key player for Zamalek, making 212 appearances and scoring 7 goals. He has also provided 22 assists and won 8 titles with the club.
Other Egyptian clubs, such as Pyramids, have been linked to Fتوح, but it remains to be seen if they will make a move for the player. The agent of Fتوح has urged Zamalek to clarify its stance on the player's future. Meanwhile, Zamalek's coach, Maher Gharib, has stated that there are no plans to sell Fتوح.
The failed transfer deal has sparked a heated debate among fans and pundits. While some have criticized Zamalek's management for rejecting Ahli Benghazi's offer, others believe that the club should prioritize Fتوح's commitment to the team. As the transfer window approaches, the future of Ahmed Fتوح remains uncertain.
Key points
- Zamalek's rejection of Ahli Benghazi's offer for Ahmed Fتوح has created uncertainty about the player's future.
- Ahli Benghazi's offer was increased to $700,000, but was still rejected by Zamalek.
- The internal dynamics at Zamalek, including differing opinions among board members, may have contributed to the rejection of Ahli Benghazi's offer.
