Abdelrahman Rashdan has officially confirmed his departure from Al Ahly after his contract with the club was terminated by mutual consent, bringing his time with the Cairo giants to an end ahead of the next phase of the season.
The defender announced the decision himself through a post on his personal Instagram account, making clear that he will not continue with the club in the coming period.
“The contract between me and Al-Ahly Club has been terminated by mutual consent, and thus I have become a free agent, and the future is better, God willing,” Rashdan wrote.
The announcement closes a chapter that had recently been marked by uncertainty over the player’s role in the squad.
Rashdan had returned to Al Ahly after a spell with Modern Sport, but his prospects of re-establishing himself in the first-team picture quickly diminished.
According to information from within the club, Al Ahly’s technical director, Yce Torop, was not convinced about retaining the player, citing concerns over his technical and physical readiness during the current period.
That assessment ultimately influenced the club’s decision to move forward without him.
Rashdan’s departure forms part of a broader evaluation of the squad as Al Ahly look to recalibrate following a challenging run of results.
The club’s management has been assessing areas of weakness, with an emphasis on reshaping the team in line with the coaching staff’s requirements.
Al Ahly officials are understood to be actively working on reinforcing the squad during the ongoing winter transfer window.
The aim is to secure more than one new signing, reflecting the coach’s desire to address shortcomings that have become evident in recent performances.
The decision to part ways with Rashdan is seen within this context, as the club looks to create space for players who better fit the current tactical and physical demands.
The timing of the announcement also comes shortly after a disappointing result on the pitch.
Al Ahly were beaten 2-1 in their most recent outing, a match played as part of the final round of the Egypt Capital Cup competition.
That defeat added to the pressure on the team and sharpened the focus on the need for changes, both in terms of personnel and overall performance levels.
For Rashdan, becoming a free agent opens a new chapter in his career.
While his message did not outline his next destination, the tone suggested optimism about the future and confidence that better opportunities lie ahead.
His departure was handled without public controversy, with both player and club opting for an amicable resolution rather than allowing the situation to linger.
Al Ahly, meanwhile, will continue their efforts to rebuild momentum as the season progresses.
The club’s leadership remains focused on strengthening the squad and restoring consistency, with the winter transfer window seen as a key opportunity to reset ambitions.
Rashdan’s exit is one of the early moves in what could prove to be a decisive period for the club as it seeks to respond to recent setbacks and reassert its competitive edge.
