Islam Sayed: Masr Lel Taamen complete free transfer for Egyptian left-back from El Alameen 

Masr Lel Taamen have completed the signing of Egyptian left-back Islam Sayed from El Alameen on a free transfer, with the move confirmed as a permanent deal. The defender joins Masr Lel Taamen after his contract with El Alameen ended, with the transfer registered as a free move between the two Egyptian clubs.

The switch was completed on 2026-07-02, with Sayed’s new contract at Masr Lel Taamen currently set to run until null. The 30-year-old, who is listed primarily as a defender at left-back and is left-footed, is now officially registered as a Masr Lel Taamen player, according to the latest data.

Sayed, born on 30 Aug 1995 and holding Egyptian nationality, arrives without a recorded market value, as the latest data lists his market value as None. The transfer was therefore processed as a free transfer, underlining that no fee was paid to El Alameen for his services. There is no indication in the data of an option or obligation that could turn him into a free agent immediately, though his contract expiry is currently recorded as null, leaving future status open to clarification.

The move keeps Sayed in Egypt, with both El Alameen and Masr Lel Taamen competing domestically. In league terms, the competition is designated as N/A in the data, but he will remain in Egyptian football rather than moving abroad. Despite this, the club information records Masr Lel Taamen as his “national team” affiliation, suggesting his profile is closely tied to the club at domestic level rather than on the international stage.

There are no detailed statistics provided on Sayed’s recent appearances, goals, assists, or defensive contributions at El Alameen, nor are there match-by-match breakdowns, opponents, or specific scorelines recorded in the available data. Similarly, no previous clubs beyond El Alameen and Masr Lel Taamen are listed, and there is no historical market value progression attached to his profile.

At 30, Sayed moves in what can be considered the prime years for a defender, bringing experience to Masr Lel Taamen’s back line. His main position as a left-back and his preferred left foot will give his new side a natural option on the flank, both defensively and in build-up play, though the dataset does not provide tactical usage, minutes played, or versatility across other positions.

Reaction from fans and media is not captured in the current information, nor is there any suggestion of international caps or involvement with the Egyptian national team beyond his club-level listing. What is clear is that Sayed is now committed to Masr Lel Taamen under a confirmed contract, with formal registration already completed.

The move marks the latest chapter in his professional career, and with his contract at Masr Lel Taamen now in place from 2026-07-02 until null, the left-back has the platform to define the next phase of his reputation in Egyptian football, depending on how his performances unfold in the seasons to come.