Egyptian Defender Ahmed Abdeen Eyes European Move with Famalicao

Ahmed Abdeen's Portugal Trial

Al Ahly has approved travel for young defender Ahmed Abdeen to Portugal for a supervised trial with FC Famalicao, the Portuguese club currently fifth in the Primeira Liga.

The move follows scouts from Famalicao watching Abdeen during the recent FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile, where he impressed with his technical and physical traits.

Officials said the training stint could pave the way for a formal offer, with a potential loan until the end of the season and an option to buy on the table if both sides agree.

Return from UAE and Super Cup Triumph

Meanwhile, Ahly's delegation returned to Cairo from the United Arab Emirates after winning the Egyptian Super Cup, with a 2-0 victory over Zamalek in Abu Dhabi.

The team will take a five-day rest, while several players joined the national team camps ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Others left to link up with their national teams.

Additionally, the club postponed a meeting with Danish manager Yies Torup to discuss winter transfer plans, with Torup and staff heading back to Denmark for a short break before resuming preparations.

Al Ahly’s trophy tally continues to grow; the article notes a long list of honours across local, continental, and world competitions, underscoring the club’s storied history.

Punchline 1: If Abdeen nails the trial, his passport will have more stamps than his transfer value could ever claim.

Punchline 2: And if the deal stalls, Ahly can still brag they produced a player who travels with more frequent-flyer miles than most of the team score goals.