The management of Qatari club Al-Shamal SC has addressed speculation regarding the potential transfer of Algerian forward Baghdad Bounedjah, confirming that a move to Egyptian giants Al-Ahly is a possibility, but only under certain conditions.
A representative from Al-Shamal confirmed that, while no official offers have been received, the club is open to discussions should Al-Ahly submit a formal bid for the 31-year-old striker.
If we receive an official offer from Al-Ahly Cairo to recruit the player, we will discuss it directly with him,” the official stated.
The club management will then examine the advantages and disadvantages of his transfer before making a decision in the interest of the club and the player.
As of now, no official proposals have been made for Bounedjah, with the club only fielding inquiries about his availability.
The striker, who has made a significant impact for the Algerian national team and his club, has attracted attention from top-tier clubs across Africa, including Al-Ahly and Tunisian powerhouse Esperance.
Both clubs are reportedly keen to bolster their squads ahead of the upcoming Club World Cup, which has intensified the interest in the experienced forward.
Bounedjah, who has been a standout player for Al-Shamal since joining the club, has also been a key figure for the Algerian national team, regularly finding the back of the net.
His performances on both the domestic and international stage have not gone unnoticed, with Al-Ahly and Esperance looking to add quality to their attacking ranks.
While no deal has been finalized, the Qatari club’s openness to negotiations signals that Bounedjah’s future could be on the move.
His next steps will likely depend on the official proposals received in the coming weeks, and whether the player himself is interested in making a switch to one of Africa’s most prestigious clubs.
For now, the situation remains fluid, but Al-Shamal is ready to engage in talks should the right offer come through.
