Mahmoud Bentayg attracts transfer interest from France, Turkey and the Gulf after Zamalek success

Mahmoud Bentayg has emerged as a transfer target for a number of clubs in France, Turkey and the Gulf following an impressive season with Zamalek.

The 26-year-old Morocco left-back played a prominent role as Zamalek won the Egyptian Premier League, while he also lifted the Arab Cup with Morocco. His performances were recognised with the award for the best left-back in the Egyptian top flight.

French website Foot Mercato reports that Bentayg is attracting significant interest from clubs in France and Turkey. Gulf-based sides are also monitoring his situation closely, with assessments suggesting that a transfer could be completed for a fee of between 2m and 3m euros.

The level of interest has followed a standout campaign in which Bentayg established himself as one of the leading players in his position in Egyptian football. His performances were an important factor in Zamalek winning the Egyptian Premier League after an absence from the title.

Bentayg joined Zamalek from French club Saint-Etienne and quickly made an impact at the Cairo-based side. Across the previous season, his displays underlined the technical contribution he has made since arriving and helped strengthen his reputation beyond Egypt.

His form has now placed Zamalek in a difficult position as the summer transfer window progresses. The club must weigh the sporting value of keeping a player who has helped deliver major honours against the financial benefit of accepting one of the offers that could arrive.

Retaining Bentayg would allow Zamalek to preserve an influential part of the squad as they seek to continue competing for trophies. However, a possible fee of between 2m and 3m euros could provide the club with a significant financial opportunity, particularly given its economic circumstances.

The interest from several different markets reflects the value Bentayg added to Zamalek during the campaign. French and Turkish clubs are understood to be examining the possibility of signing him, while Gulf teams continue to follow developments surrounding his future.

For now, Bentayg remains a Zamalek player, but the combination of his age, his international honours with Morocco and his success in Egypt has made him one of the players attracting attention during the current transfer period. The club’s decision will determine whether it prioritises continuity on the pitch or takes advantage of the financial proposals available.