Zamalek fans are closely monitoring the situation of Ahmed Fattouh, the team's left-back, regarding his contract renewal with the club, which expires at the end of the current season. The player's agent has confirmed that staying at the White Castle is Fattouh's priority. Below, we outline everything you need to know about this matter.
Q: What is the status of Ahmed Fattouh's contract with Zamalek?
A: Ahmed Fattouh's contract with Zamalek is valid until the end of the current season, and the player has the right to remain with the team until then, as his contract has not yet expired.
Q: When will Zamalek start discussing Ahmed Fattouh's contract renewal?
A: Zamalek's management aims to open discussions about renewing Ahmed Fattouh's contract at the appropriate time, after resolving the issue of overdue financial dues for the players, especially since Fattouh has outstanding dues estimated at around 20% of his total entitlements.
Q: Has Zamalek made an official offer to renew Fattouh's contract?
A: Zamalek's management has not yet entered into actual negotiations with Ahmed Fattouh regarding his contract renewal, as the club is waiting to finalize the appointment of a new sporting director, who will handle this issue along with the contracts of other players whose deals expire at the end of the season, including Fattouh.
Q: What did Ahmed Fattouh's agent say about the player's renewal situation?
A: Samir Salah, Ahmed Fattouh's agent, confirmed that the player's priority is to continue with Zamalek and renew his contract, noting that the player is aware of the circumstances the club is facing and is waiting for Zamalek to initiate negotiations, while emphasizing that there are currently no negotiations with any other club.
Q: Has Ahmed Fattouh negotiated with other clubs or signed with any club?
A: Ahmed Fattouh's agent denied any negotiations or agreements with other clubs, asserting that discussions about the player's contract with other clubs or any agreements are unfounded, and that the player is waiting for Zamalek's position first. If no agreement is reached, he will consider available offers.
Q: What will happen if Zamalek does not reach an agreement with Fattouh?
A: If no agreement is reached to renew the contract, Ahmed Fattouh will have the right to sign with any other club during the winter transfer window in January, while remaining with Zamalek until the end of his contract and transferring to his new club after the season concludes, not during January for free.
Q: What is the reason for Ahmed Fattouh's recent discomfort?
A: Ahmed Fattouh feels discomfort due to some leaks linking his name to negotiations or agreements with other clubs, according to his agent's statements, especially since the player insists that his priority is to continue with Zamalek. Additionally, his absence from recent matches was due to injury, not because of the renewal issue, and he is now ready to participate against AS Port in the return match.
