Officially: Mohamed Magdy Afsha joins Al-Ittihad Alexandria on loan from Al-Ahly

Al Ahly SC of Egypt announced today (Tuesday), in a surprising move during the winter transfer window, the departure of its playmaker Mohamed Magdy “Afsha” to Al Ittihad Alexandria, the leader of the city, on loan until the end of the current season.

This decision comes as part of the technical changes taking place in the Red Team's roster, and in an effort to give the player a greater opportunity to participate in the starting lineup and regain his usual level in a new competitive environment.

Details of the agreement and farewell to El Tetsh

Al Ahly Club issued an official statement confirming the completion of all administrative procedures related to the player's transfer, saying: "The club has agreed to the transfer of Mohamed Magdy 'Afsha', the first team football player, to Al Ittihad Alexandria Club on loan for a period of 6 months.".

Mokhtar El-Tetsh Stadium in Gezira witnessed touching moments, as Afsha participated in part of the team’s evening training session to bid farewell to his teammates and the coaching staff, who wished him success in his new journey with the prestigious Alexandria club.

The author of "The Judge"... an unforgettable legacy

Mohamed Magdy "Afsha" holds a special place in the hearts of Al Ahly fans, as his name is linked to the most valuable goal in the club's modern history. Al Ahly supporters will never forget his decisive goal against arch-rivals Zamalek in the 2020 CAF Champions League final, a goal widely known in the media and among fans as "the knockout goal." That goal, scored in the 85th minute and 45th second, not only secured Al Ahly's ninth title but also ended years of continental drought since 2013, cementing Al Ahly's dominance in the "final of the century.".

The historical relationship between Al-Ahly and Al-Ittihad

Afsha's move to Al-Ittihad Alexandria further strengthens the long-standing and close ties between Al-Ahly and the Alexandria club. Al-Ittihad has always been a preferred destination for Al-Ahly stars seeking playing time and exposure, and vice versa, with the past decades witnessing a constant exchange of players and talent between the two giants. The addition of a player with Afsha's international and domestic experience is expected to significantly bolster Al-Ittihad's midfield, enhancing the team's ambitions to compete for top positions in the Egyptian Premier League.

The artistic impact of the step

On a technical level, this loan is a golden opportunity for the player to rediscover himself away from the pressures of the fans in Cairo, and to return to Al-Ahly later in full technical and physical readiness, a scenario that has been repeated with many Egyptian football stars who benefited from loan periods to return stronger than they were.