Al Ahly are reportedly in negotiations with former Sevilla coach Javier García Pimienta for their vacant managerial position ahead of the upcoming Club World Cup.
García Pimienta, who was dismissed by Sevilla earlier this season and replaced by veteran Joaquín Caparrós, could be set for a swift return to management.
The former Barcelona B coach is in talks with the Egyptian giants about the possibility of taking charge for the prestigious tournament, which is set to take place this summer in the USA.
The coaching role for the record CAF Champions League winners became vacant after they sacked Marcel Koller for failing to reach the competition’s final.
The Club World Cup will see Al Ahly face a challenging group stage, with matches against Leo Messi’s Inter Miami, as well as Palmeiras and Porto.
The Egyptian side is hoping to strengthen their squad with a manager who has experience at the highest levels of European football.
Discussions between García Pimienta and Al Ahly are focused on a short-term contract, potentially for the duration of the tournament, per Spanish outlet AS.
This move would offer the coach a quick return to action after his departure from Sevilla, while providing Al Ahly with the leadership they need to compete in the Club World Cup.
