According to the same sources, Rachid Bencharki, the brother and agent of Achraf Bencharki, was in advanced discussions with Sharjah FC regarding a possible transfer this summer. These discussions occurred a few weeks ago, while the player's future at Al Ahly still seemed uncertain.

Previous internal sources indicated that Al Ahly had considered a plan to part ways with several key players, including Achraf Bencharki, as part of a strategy to reorganise the squad and reduce salary burdens. However, recent developments, notably Bencharki's decisive performance against Zamalek SC, have led Al Ahly's management to now favour keeping the player. The club remains open to studying potential foreign offers but does not have an immediate intention to transfer him. Any proposal would need to meet specific sporting and financial criteria before being considered. Africafoot has reported that Al Gharafa has made Bencharki a top priority for the upcoming summer transfer window.

The future of 31-year-old Moroccan winger Achraf Bencharki at Al Ahly is uncertain, as the club is considering his departure. According to sources, his entourage has been approached by Al Gharafa SC, which is monitoring his situation ahead of the summer transfer window. However, Al Ahly's management has currently refused to open discussions regarding a potential transfer, preferring to wait until the end of the current season to evaluate the squad before making any decisions about possible departures. Bencharki has previously refused offers from Qatar; Africafoot revealed last summer that one of these offers was from Al Shahaniya. Bencharki joined Al Ahly in January 2025 and is under contract until June 2027. In the 2025/2026 Premier League season, he has recorded 2 goals and 5 assists in 20 appearances. Transfermarkt estimates his current market value to be €2.20m.