When Negotiations Go Offside: Ahly's Renewal Saga Before a Moroccan Showdown
Al Ahly faces a tense renewal phase as stars Aliou Dieng and Ahmed Abdelkader push for higher wages and agency control. The club taps Sayed Abdel Hafeez to steer talks to avoid a season-ending flare-up. Amid the turmoil, Ahly travels to Morocco for a CAF Champions League group match against Royal Army, buoyed by a 4-1 opening win over Shabab Kabail. Diang’s new terms and potential January exit add urgency, while Hussein El Shahat’s deal sits relatively calm. The saga continues, with blend of football, finance, and a dash of diplomacy.