Zamalek Secures Five-Year Future With Rising Star Osama
17 January 2026
Rising Youth Signs Long-Term Deal
Osama, a youth player born in 2005, has signed a five-year extension with Zamalek, the club announced.
The move was confirmed by Badr Hamid, head of the club's football sections, and coordinated with Hussein El-Sayed, a board member, in the presence of Hazem Imam, the youth sector's deputy coach.
This aligns with Zamalek's strategy to retain standout academy talents at the White Castle.
Hamid added that the player was born in 2006, but features for the 2005 team and is considered a promising prospect who has recently trained with the first team.
Note that his contract would have expired at the end of this season; he plays in midfield and defense and has shown a bright trajectory since his recent promotion.
Punchline 1: Five-year deal for a 2005-born talent—Zamalek just hired a long-term investment, not a rental.
Punchline 2: If he keeps growing, the club will need a bigger trophy room and a bigger calendar to track renewals.
