Zamalek SC eyes Ahmed Eid Abdel Malek and Mahmoud Fathallah as coaching contenders

Zamalek SC is facing an urgent task to fill their vacant coaching position after José Gomez’s sudden departure on December 11.

As the Egyptian club looks to quickly secure a new leader, former players and Egyptian internationals Ahmed Eid Abdel Malek and Mahmoud Fathallah have emerged as strong candidates.

Mahmoud Fathallah, 42, a former defender with the Egyptian national team from 2005 to 2013, has an impressive career, including 52 caps and two goals for his country. A legend at Zamalek, he played for the club between 2007 and 2014, making 204 appearances and netting 28 goals. On the other hand, Ahmed Eid Abdel Malek, also a former Egyptian international, is known for his time as a midfielder with 52 caps and 10 goals.

While both candidates offer considerable experience, Zamalek SC’s leadership is reportedly leaning towards hiring a foreign coach, despite the compelling profiles of these local legends. The future of the White Knights could hinge on this decisive appointment.