Al Ahly Officially Signs Moroccan Forward Sofiane Benjida
On Sunday, July 19, 2026, Al Ahly SC officially announced the signing of Moroccan striker Sofiane Benjida from Morocco Fassi, a move that has placed the club's sporting director, Omar Benis, in a precarious position. Just days prior, Benis had publicly denied any formal negotiations with the Egyptian club and insisted that Morocco Fassi was committed to retaining the player, who has been a vital asset to the team.
In a television interview with the national channel, Benis emphasized that the management of Morocco Fassi had not received any official offers from Al Ahly, reaffirming the club's desire to keep all its key players, particularly Benjida, in preparation for upcoming competitions. He further stated that while the management would consider the departure of any player if a mutually beneficial offer arose, Benjida was under contract until 2030, which included a high release clause. Benis pointed out that transferring to an African club was not on the table at that moment, especially since Morocco Fassi was participating in continental competitions. He stressed that Al Ahly would not be participating in the Champions League next season, unlike Morocco Fassi, which made the latter reluctant to let Benjida join the Egyptian giants.
Behind the Scenes of a Controversial Transfer
However, the announcement from Al Ahly today confirmed that they had reached an agreement with Morocco Fassi, effectively putting an end to the speculation surrounding Benjida's future. This development underscores that negotiations were indeed underway, contrary to the previous denials from the club management. Benjida had been one of the standout players for Morocco Fassi last season, attracting attention from several clubs before Al Ahly successfully secured his services during the current summer transfer window.
The signing of Benjida is expected to strengthen Al Ahly's squad significantly as they aim for success in both domestic and international competitions. The player’s impressive performances in the past season have highlighted his potential, making him a valuable addition to the team. Fans and experts alike will be keen to see how he adapts to the new environment and contributes to Al Ahly's ambitions moving forward.
As reported by hesport.com.
