Al-Fateh Opens Negotiations to Sign Ahmed Fattouh from Zamalek

Al-Watan newspaper revealed that Al-Fateh is keen on signing Ahmed Fattouh, the left-back of Zamalek and the Egyptian national team, during the current summer transfer window, in a move aimed at bolstering their squad. Al-Fateh's interest in acquiring Fattouh comes after the player's impressive performances recently, especially during his participation with the Egyptian national team in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The Egyptian left-back has caught the attention of the Saudi club, as his international appearances have boosted his technical and market value, attracting interest from several clubs outside Egypt. Zamalek is insisting on receiving a suitable financial compensation should they agree to the player's departure, having previously set a minimum fee of $2.5 million for his sale. Ahmed Fattouh is open to the idea of pursuing a professional career in the Saudi league, but he prefers that the move occurs with Zamalek's management approval, ensuring the club benefits financially from his departure. Fattouh is under contract with Zamalek until the summer of 2027, while the club's management is looking to extend his contract for an additional three seasons to retain one of the team's key players. The financial crisis currently facing Zamalek has delayed the decisive meeting regarding the financial terms of the new contract, with the management eager to resolve the issue in the near future. Ahmed Fattouh is currently participating normally in Zamalek's training camp for the new season, while all parties are awaiting the outcome of negotiations regarding his future. Zamalek's approval remains the most significant factor in finalizing the deal, given Al-Fateh's desire to strengthen the left-back position and the player's willingness to embark on a new experience in the Roshen League.