File Photo: Ahly winger Zizo in action. Photo courtesy of Zizo X account.
“We have a strong squad, especially after all the new signings. There will be strong competition between all the players, and this is a good thing for the team and the coach, who has plenty of options,” Zizo told the club’s official website on Tuesday.
The 29-year-old completed a sensational free transfer last month from rivals Zamalek to Ahly, in one of the most high-profile moves in recent Egyptian football history.
The record African champions have added eight players to their squad during the close season, including Zizo, defender Yassin Marei, Tunisian midfielder Mohamed Ali Ben Romdhane, goalkeeper Mohamed Seha, defender Ahmed Ramadan, former Aston Villa midfielder Mahmoud Trezeguet, and striker Mohamed Sherif.
“All the players are motivated and will deliver their best performance to help the team win titles,” Zizo said. “Ahly participates in many tournaments and needs a strong and ready roster with the same quality.”
Zizo featured for Ahly in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, making three appearances and registering one assist, despite the team’s early exit in the group stage.
“We put in strong performances at the Club World Cup, but we missed several scoring chances. We’ll do our best to return to the tournament in the 2029 edition,” he added.
Ahly are currently holding a pre-season training camp in Tunisia ahead of the domestic league season, set to kickoff in August.
“It’s important for the players to be part of the preparatory camp. Everyone is eager for the new season and motivated to achieve victories,” Zizo said.
“I’m looking forward to scoring my first goal for Ahly. I hope to feature in the opening league match, but I know I need to be patient,” he added.
“I thank the fans for the warm welcome and hope to meet their expectations. I can’t wait for the league to start and to play in front of the supporters at Cairo Stadium.”
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