Goalkeeper Mohamed Awad Pushes for Exit at Zamalek Over John Edward's Choices

Mohamed Awad, Zamalek's goalkeeper, has requested a move before the winter transfer deadline. He was surprised to learn he would be benched in favor of Mohamed Sobhi for a league game against Petrojet. A close source notes his benching came despite a strong CAF Confederation Cup showing and positive feedback from the coaching staff. He blames sporting director John Edward for keeping him out, especially after he was denied a summer exit following Mehdi Suleiman's signing; no official winter offers have arrived yet.