Hossam Hassan awaits decision on Emam Ashour's participation with Al Ahly FC

Khaled El Ghandour has revealed that Hossam Hassan, the head coach of the Egypt national team, wants to wait before selecting the local squad for next month's camp. El Ghandour confirmed that the Pharaohs' coach is completely against rushing to determine the fate of several players, ahead of the matches against Angola and South Sudan in the qualifiers for the Africa Cup of Nations.

Al Ahly FC star Emam Ashour is at the top of the list of players being closely monitored by the national team coaching staff. "The Captain" prefers to wait and fully assess the player's technical and physical condition before making a final decision regarding his call-up.

Khaled El Ghandour, during his programme "Stad Al-Mahwar", explained that Hossam Hassan includes Emam Ashour among the core players and important elements that are indispensable in the lineup of the Egypt national team. The coaching staff believes that the player's presence makes a significant difference in the team's plans for the upcoming phase.

The head coach has linked Emam Ashour's return to the Pharaohs with his appearances in upcoming matches with Al Ahly FC. Hossam Hassan is awaiting the player's regular participation with his team during this period to ensure his complete readiness ahead of officially including him in the squad.