The Zamalek Dilemma: Will the Board Step Down or Stand Firm?

Update on Zamalek’s Future

Hani Shukri, a Zamalek board member, dismissed rumors of a mass resignation, insisting leadership remains in place during the club’s tough period. He described the talk as false and emphasized their continued responsibility. He revealed the heavy financial burden inherited—about 1.5 billion Egyptian pounds in debt—and noted that roughly 600 million has already been paid off since they took charge. He added that a resignation would only come if someone could completely solve the club’s crises, and warned that settling all obligations would require about 2.5 billion pounds, a sum no sane person could pay.

Debt, Progress, and What Comes Next

Despite the heavy load, the board asserts progress in repayments, though the situation remains precarious. The interview highlights the magnitude of the challenge and the questions over near-term solutions, as fans and stakeholders await a sustainable plan to stabilize finances and on-field performance.

Punchline 1: If debt were a striker, it would chase the ball from midfield—good luck scoring when it never leaves your box.

Punchline 2: In this budget saga, the only thing getting sacked is the clock—time to finally put the debt on the bench.