Al Ahli Tripoli close in on signing South African striker Fagrie Lakay

Libyan Premier League champions Al Ahli Tripoli are on the verge of completing the signing of South African forward Fagrie Lakay from Egyptian Premier League side Ceramica Cleopatra as they continue to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season.

The Tripoli-based club is understood to be in the final stages of negotiations for the experienced attacker, with discussions progressing positively as they seek to bolster their attacking options for domestic and continental competition.

Lakay has established himself as one of South Africa’s most reliable forwards in North African football. Since joining Ceramica Cleopatra, the 29-year-old has impressed with his goalscoring ability and all-round attacking play, building on a successful spell at fellow Egyptian side Pyramids before making the switch to his current club.

A move to Al Ahli Tripoli would represent another significant step in Lakay’s career, with the Libyan giants looking to assemble a squad capable of maintaining their domestic dominance while making a strong impression in CAF inter-club competitions. The club has been active in the transfer market as it prepares for the challenges of the upcoming campaign.

The potential transfer also continues the growing trend of South African players moving to North African clubs, where competitive football and attractive financial packages have made the region an increasingly popular destination for Southern African talent.

Should the deal be completed, Lakay would add valuable experience and proven goalscoring quality to Al Ahli Tripoli’s frontline, with the Libyan outfit hoping his arrival will strengthen their bid for silverware both at home and on the continental stage.

Neither Al Ahli Tripoli nor Ceramica Cleopatra has officially announced the transfer, but the deal is expected to be finalized in the coming days if negotiations continue as planned.