Al Ahly expected to unveil new coach Hussein Ammouta this week

Egyptian giants Al Ahly are set to unveil Moroccan tactician Hussein Ammouta as their new head coach as preparations begin for the upcoming 2026/27 season.

Ammouta is expected to arrive in the Egyptian capital on July 4 or 5 before being formally presented to the club supporters.

The experienced coach has already begun working behind the scenes despite not yet officially taking charge in person.

As per reports, Ammouta has started reviewing Al Ahly’s squad as he prepares for the upcoming season, identifying players he intends to keep as well as those who could leave during the summer transfer window.

The Moroccan manager is also said to be assessing several players before making final decisions on their futures at the club.

Among the players reportedly under evaluation are Moroccan trio Youssef Belamri, Achraf Dari and Achraf Bencharki.

Ammouta has already finalized the members of his technical staff, with official contracts expected to be completed soon.

Meanwhile, the coach’s representative reportedly travelled back to Morocco after concluding all arrangements related to Ammouta’s stay in Egypt.

These preparations included securing accommodation for the coach and his staff as well as completing several administrative procedures with Al Ahly’s management.

Ammouta’s first major assignment will involve overseeing the club’s transfer activities and building a squad capable of competing strongly in domestic and continental competitions next season.

Al Ahly officials are believed to have placed significant trust in the Moroccan coach’s experience and winning mentality as they look to continue the club’s dominance and meet the high expectations of supporters.

The upcoming unveiling is expected to generate huge excitement among Al Ahly fans eager to see how Ammouta will shape the team ahead of the new campaign.