Al Ahly's position on signing Hossam Abdel-Maguid in January
A source within Al Ahly has revealed the possibility of signing Hossam Abdel-Maguid, the former defender of Zamalek, during the upcoming winter transfer window.
The source confirmed a division regarding the potential acquisition of Hossam Abdel-Maguid, as the coaching staff seeks to strengthen the defense with a high-quality local defender.
The source explained that there is a trend within the club supporting the signing of Hossam Abdel-Maguid, given the team's need for a local defender with technical and physical skills to bolster the back line. However, another faction believes it is necessary to avoid completing the deal, fearing the signing of players who previously played for Zamalek, Al Ahly's traditional rival.
The source indicated that most opinions within the club currently lean towards not signing Hossam Abdel-Maguid, but this stance has not yet turned into a final decision, and the possibility of negotiating with the player remains open for discussion.
The source confirmed that Al Ahly has not yet made a final decision regarding entering into official negotiations with Hossam Abdel-Maguid, and the decision will be determined in the upcoming period based on the team's needs and the vision of the coaching staff led by Hussein Amouta.
The idea of strengthening the center-back position is among Al Ahly's priorities for the January transfers, due to the numerical shortage the team has faced in the back line following Amr El-Gazzar's injury with a torn ACL, prompting the management and coaching staff to consider a range of local and foreign names before settling on targeted signings.
