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Emam Ashour leaving Al Ahly?
Al Ahly has officially confirmed the extension of Emam Ashour’s contract until the summer of 2030. The new contract covers four additional seasons, from the 2026/27 campaign to the end of the 2029/30 season. In an official statement, Al Ahly confirmed the announcement followed a meeting between Emam Ashour and Essam Serag El-Din, head of the club’s contracts department, who finalized all administrative and financial procedures in coordination with sporting director Wael Gomaa. According to Africafoot, Emam Ashour will receive a fixed annual salary of 25 million Egyptian pounds, with an additional 10 million Egyptian pounds in bonuses and variable incentives linked to his performances and the team’s results. The agreement also includes a 5 million Egyptian pounds signing bonus, intended to compensate the player for fines that had previously been deducted from him. The direct amount the player can receive can reach 40 million Egyptian pounds per season, or about $800,000 (€685,960). The new agreement also includes benefits related to commercial and marketing operations. Africafoot reports that the planned distribution in this commercial aspect would be 70% for the club and 30% for the player, in addition to an extra advertising campaign with the official sponsor in the telecommunications sector.
Al Ahly has officially confirmed the extension of Emam Ashour’s contract until the summer of 2030. The new contract covers four additional seasons, from the 2026/27 campaign to the end of the 2029/30 season. In an official statement, Al Ahly confirmed the announcement followed a meeting between Emam Ashour and Essam Serag El-Din, head of the club’s contracts department, who finalized all administrative and financial procedures in coordination with sporting director Wael Gomaa. According to Africafoot, Emam Ashour will receive a fixed annual salary of 25 million Egyptian pounds, with an additional 10 million Egyptian pounds in bonuses and variable incentives linked to his performances and the team’s results. The agreement also includes a 5 million Egyptian pounds signing bonus, intended to compensate the player for fines that had previously been deducted from him. The direct amount the player can receive can reach 40 million Egyptian pounds per season, or about $800,000 (€685,960). The new agreement also includes benefits related to commercial and marketing operations. Africafoot reports that the planned distribution in this commercial aspect would be 70% for the club and 30% for the player, in addition to an extra advertising campaign with the official sponsor in the telecommunications sector.
Africafoot reports that Emam Ashour's entourage is working on the possibility of the player remaining at Al Ahly, with ongoing discussions for a contract extension. It is reported that the player's representative has requested a salary increase or an increase in the value of his advertising contracts to allow for his contract renewal. The entourage is seeking better financial conditions for Ashour, and he could prioritize staying at the Cairo club if management reaches an agreement with them. Improving advertising contracts is seen as an alternative to a direct salary increase.
Africafoot reports that Emam Ashour's entourage is working on the possibility of the player remaining at Al Ahly, with ongoing discussions for a contract extension. It is reported that the player's representative has requested a salary increase or an increase in the value of his advertising contracts to allow for his contract renewal. The entourage is seeking better financial conditions for Ashour, and he could prioritize staying at the Cairo club if management reaches an agreement with them. Improving advertising contracts is seen as an alternative to a direct salary increase.
Amid rumors of offers from Turkey for Emam Ashour, Al Ahly has refused to negotiate any proposal, official or informal, for him or any other first-team player, according to a statement on its official X account.
Amid rumors of offers from Turkey for Emam Ashour, Al Ahly has refused to negotiate any proposal, official or informal, for him or any other first-team player, according to a statement on its official X account.
According to exclusive information from Africafoot, Neom has started discussions with Al Ahly to recruit Emam Ashour during this summer transfer window. Neom has made an initial offer valued at 6 million dollars, which consists of 4 million dollars guaranteed and 2 million dollars in performance-related bonuses. Al Ahly's management considered this proposal insufficient and is asking for 10 million dollars, comprising 8 million dollars fixed and 2 million dollars in bonuses, to approve a potential transfer. Negotiations between Neom and Al Ahly are expected to continue in the coming days.
According to exclusive information from Africafoot, Neom has started discussions with Al Ahly to recruit Emam Ashour during this summer transfer window. Neom has made an initial offer valued at 6 million dollars, which consists of 4 million dollars guaranteed and 2 million dollars in performance-related bonuses. Al Ahly's management considered this proposal insufficient and is asking for 10 million dollars, comprising 8 million dollars fixed and 2 million dollars in bonuses, to approve a potential transfer. Negotiations between Neom and Al Ahly are expected to continue in the coming days.
Al Ahly had previously considered transferring several key players, including Emam Ashour, as part of a strategy to reorganize the squad and reduce salary burdens. However, following Emam Ashour's performance against Zamalek SC, the club's management now prefers for the player to remain. While Al Ahly remains open to studying potential foreign offers, there is no immediate intention to transfer him, and any proposal must meet specific sporting and financial criteria. The situation has evolved, with Ashour showing significant flexibility regarding his initial salary demands. It has been reported that his father, who also serves as his manager, has confirmed to the management that Ashour is willing to extend his contract under the club's conditions.
Al Ahly had previously considered transferring several key players, including Emam Ashour, as part of a strategy to reorganize the squad and reduce salary burdens. However, following Emam Ashour's performance against Zamalek SC, the club's management now prefers for the player to remain. While Al Ahly remains open to studying potential foreign offers, there is no immediate intention to transfer him, and any proposal must meet specific sporting and financial criteria. The situation has evolved, with Ashour showing significant flexibility regarding his initial salary demands. It has been reported that his father, who also serves as his manager, has confirmed to the management that Ashour is willing to extend his contract under the club's conditions.
According to Africafoot, the management of the Egyptian club Al Ahly is open to a possible departure for Emam Ashour during upcoming transfer periods. A senior source within the club reports that a meeting was recently held between Al Ahly officials and Emam Ashour, during which the management expressed its agreement in principle to allow him to seek a professional experience abroad, subject to firm financial conditions. The same source indicated that Al Ahly would not be willing to consider any offer below 12 million dollars. It was specified that the management does not intend to let Emam Ashour go before the 2026 World Cup, while still leaving the possibility of a departure as early as the summer transfer window if a suitable offer is presented. Africafoot also mentioned that a few weeks ago, a Saudi club made an offer to Al Ahly for the player, which Africafoot described as lucrative.
According to Africafoot, the management of the Egyptian club Al Ahly is open to a possible departure for Emam Ashour during upcoming transfer periods. A senior source within the club reports that a meeting was recently held between Al Ahly officials and Emam Ashour, during which the management expressed its agreement in principle to allow him to seek a professional experience abroad, subject to firm financial conditions. The same source indicated that Al Ahly would not be willing to consider any offer below 12 million dollars. It was specified that the management does not intend to let Emam Ashour go before the 2026 World Cup, while still leaving the possibility of a departure as early as the summer transfer window if a suitable offer is presented. Africafoot also mentioned that a few weeks ago, a Saudi club made an offer to Al Ahly for the player, which Africafoot described as lucrative.
Africafoot reports that the American club New York Red Bulls has officially submitted an offer to Al Ahly SC to acquire Emam Ashour. The offer is for a six-month loan valued at 1.5 million dollars, with a purchase option set at 5 million dollars. This proposal was presented to the management of the Cairo club by the Belgian agent Jacob, who was also involved in the transfer of Wessam Abou Ali to Columbus Crew in Major League Soccer. Emam Ashour and his agent, Adam Watani, have given their agreement in principle to this move. In addition to the sporting opportunity that MLS presents, the 27-year-old Egyptian player could receive several contractual advantages, which include the possibility of obtaining American citizenship in the case of a permanent transfer. Ashour, who is currently used as a forward at the Egyptian club, is generating growing interest on the international market. His contract with Al Ahly is valid until June 30, 2028. His market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €4.00m. Al Ahly must now decide on the offer.
Africafoot reports that the American club New York Red Bulls has officially submitted an offer to Al Ahly SC to acquire Emam Ashour. The offer is for a six-month loan valued at 1.5 million dollars, with a purchase option set at 5 million dollars. This proposal was presented to the management of the Cairo club by the Belgian agent Jacob, who was also involved in the transfer of Wessam Abou Ali to Columbus Crew in Major League Soccer. Emam Ashour and his agent, Adam Watani, have given their agreement in principle to this move. In addition to the sporting opportunity that MLS presents, the 27-year-old Egyptian player could receive several contractual advantages, which include the possibility of obtaining American citizenship in the case of a permanent transfer. Ashour, who is currently used as a forward at the Egyptian club, is generating growing interest on the international market. His contract with Al Ahly is valid until June 30, 2028. His market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €4.00m. Al Ahly must now decide on the offer.
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