Hussein Ammouta gives Morocco duo Achraf Dari and Reda Slim new hope at Al Ahly

Al Ahly coach Hussein Ammouta is using the Egyptian Premier League break to prepare duo Achraf Dari and Reda Slim for a potential return to action with Al Ahly.

The Egyptian giants’ technical staff are working with players who have had limited opportunities since the start of the season, with the Moroccan duo among those receiving particular attention.

According to Egyptian outlet Al-Youm Al-Sabaa, Dari and Slim are being given the chance to improve their fitness and technical readiness after missing the club’s pre-season preparations.

Fresh opportunity for Moroccan duo

Al Ahly’s coaching staff believe the break provides an important opportunity to bring players who have not featured regularly back up to full competitive condition.

Dari and Slim are therefore undergoing a focused programme aimed at raising their physical and technical levels ahead of the club’s upcoming fixtures.

The development represents a significant change in fortunes for the two Moroccan players, who had appeared uncertain about their futures at the Cairo-based club during the recent transfer period.

From transfer uncertainty to first-team plans

Both Dari and Slim were previously considered to be outside Al Ahly’s plans during the transfer window.

However, the Egyptian club eventually decided to register both players in their squad, opening the door for the pair to fight for their places in Ammouta’s team.

The current league suspension could now prove crucial in determining whether the two players can force their way back into regular first-team contention.

Important period ahead

For Dari, in particular, the opportunity could provide a fresh start after a difficult period at one of Africa’s biggest clubs.

Ammouta’s decision to work closely with the Moroccan duo will also be closely followed by supporters in Morocco, with both players hoping to rediscover their best form in Egyptian football.

As Al Ahly prepare for the resumption of competitive action, Dari and Slim now have an important opportunity to convince the technical staff that they can play a meaningful role in the team’s plans for the season.