Zamalek hit with new FIFA transfer ban as club’s active cases rise to six

Egyptian giants Zamalek have been handed another FIFA transfer ban, increasing the club’s number of active cases before the world football governing body to six.

The latest sanction adds to the growing list of legal disputes facing the Cairo-based club, who are now restricted from registering new players until the outstanding matters are resolved.

The new FIFA ban comes as Zamalek continue to deal with several financial and contractual issues involving former players, coaches and other football stakeholders. The club has previously faced similar restrictions after failing to settle reported outstanding obligations.

Transfer bans are imposed by FIFA as a disciplinary measure when clubs fail to honour financial commitments or contractual agreements. The restrictions remain in place until the affected parties reach settlements or the club fulfils the required conditions set by the governing body.

The development represents another setback for Zamalek’s recruitment plans, particularly as the club looks to strengthen its squad ahead of upcoming domestic and continental competitions.

Zamalek, one of Africa’s most successful clubs with multiple Egyptian Premier League and CAF titles, have endured administrative and financial challenges in recent seasons, with transfer restrictions becoming a recurring issue.

The club’s management will now be under pressure to resolve the six active FIFA cases to avoid further complications and restore their ability to sign new players in future transfer windows.