Zineddine Belaïd, the central defender for USM Alger, is on the verge of a significant career move. After four years with the Algerian club, having joined from NA Hussein Dey, Belaïd is set to transfer to Al Ahly Cairo, pending final signatures.
According to Africafoot, Belaïd’s agent has recently reached an agreement with the Egyptian club’s management for a summer transfer.
Al Ahly, having closely monitored Belaïd’s performances over several months, has decided to act decisively to secure his services.
The club is prepared to meet Belaïd’s release clause, set at €750,000, to facilitate his departure from USM Alger.
Belaïd, who has just completed a training camp with the Algerian national team and participated in their match against Uganda, confirmed the advanced state of negotiations in an exclusive statement to Africafoot.
He expressed optimism about the potential move but noted that nothing has been finalized yet.
“With Ahly Cairo, discussions are progressing well. It’s a big club and every player aspires to sign there
. However, as of yet, I haven’t signed anything yet. We will see in the coming hours,” Belaïd remarked, highlighting the prestigious nature of the Egyptian giants and his anticipation for the move.
Insiders indicate that Belaïd is expected to travel to Cairo next week to finalize discussions with Al Ahly officials.
This trip will involve detailed contract negotiations and, presumably, the signing of the contract to confirm his transfer.
This move marks a significant step for Belaïd, who has been a standout player in the Algerian league.
His potential addition to Al Ahly, a club renowned for its success in African football, including numerous CAF Champions League titles, could bolster their defensive lineup significantly.
For Al Ahly, this acquisition signals their ongoing commitment to strengthening their squad with top talents from across the continent.
Belaïd’s defensive skills and international experience with the Algerian national team make him a valuable addition, poised to contribute to the club’s ambitions both domestically and in continental competitions.
As the final details of the transfer are ironed out, both clubs and fans await the official announcement, which could come as early as next week, marking a new chapter in Zineddine Belaïd’s promising football career.
