Al Ahly Spokesperson Discusses Kessie and Mahrez Departures

Majid Al-Fahmi, the official spokesperson for Al Ahly, revealed the circumstances surrounding the departures of Algerian Riyad Mahrez and Ivorian Franck Kessie after their contracts with the team ended during the current summer transfer window. Al-Fahmi, during his appearance on the program "Dourina Ghair," stated that Matthias Jaissle, the former head coach of Al Ahly, was the one who decided against the duo's continuation with the team. The spokesperson indicated that Jaissle's decision was based on technical reasons, emphasizing that the head coach has the right to object to signing any player or releasing any team member. The departures of Mahrez and Kessie have raised widespread questions among Al Ahly fans, especially since the duo was among the standout players in the squad recently. Al-Fahmi stressed that Al Ahly possesses a distinguished group of players across various positions, confirming the team's readiness to compete in the new season and aiming for a strong start in the Roshen League. In a related context, Jaissle left his position at Al Ahly after deciding to embark on a new experience in the English Premier League, where he will take charge of Newcastle United in the upcoming period. Al Ahly will begin its journey in the Roshen League for the new season with a match against Al-Dhariyah, amid fan expectations to see the team after the changes in its roster and coaching staff during the summer.