# Zamalek SC financial and contractual developments

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/zamalek-sc-financial-and-contractual-disputes
> Updated: 2026-09-30T00:54:34.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 4.

Zamalek SC has been working to settle outstanding debts following FIFA rulings to avoid further sanctions and resolve a transfer ban crisis. During this period, the club entered a dispute with Brazilian player Juan Bezerra, alleging he failed to comply with contractual obligations. Legal experts noted that if Bezerra were found to have terminated his contract without valid cause, he could face a fine of approximately $4.9 million and a four-month suspension.

Disclosures from board member Ahmed Suleiman revealed that the football team’s spending for the previous season exceeded 1.3 billion Egyptian pounds, the highest in the club’s history. These figures also clarified that Juan Bezerra’s contract value reached 1.8 million euros, a detail that media personality Mohamed Fares noted had previously been subject to debate before being documented in board meeting minutes. Following the sale of Juan Bezerra to Shabab Al Ahli, the club intended to use a portion of the proceeds to settle outstanding payments to its players.

Efforts to stabilize the squad through contract renewals have met new complications regarding left-back Ahmed Fatouh. While the club previously sought to negotiate a financial adjustment with him, his future is now uncertain due to a significant transfer interest from the Libyan club Al Ahli Benghazi. The Libyan side has reportedly increased its purchase offer to $1 million. 

Zamalek’s media head, Maher Gharib, stated the club has “no intention of allowing Fatouh to leave,” citing his importance as a leader. However, reports suggest Fatouh may be pressing for a move, as his contract expires at the end of the current season. The administration is currently weighing a permanent sale, a contract renewal, or a potential two-year loan deal.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-30: Zamalek SC faces uncertainty over Ahmed Fatouh's future

Zamalek SC faces uncertainty over Ahmed Fatouh's future as Al Ahli Benghazi submits a $1 million offer to purchase the player, despite club officials claiming they intend to keep him.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ahmed-fatouh-transfer-rumors-swirl-between-zamalek-and-al-ahli-benghazi

### 2026-09-20: Zamalek SC moves to settle player debts and renew key contracts

Zamalek SC plans to settle player debts using funds from Juan Bezerra's sale and is negotiating contract renewals for key players, including Ahmed Fatouh and Omar Gaber.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zamalek-sc-moves-to-settle-player-debts-and-renew-key-contracts

### 2026-09-19: Zamalek SC financial details revealed by board member

Media commentator Mohamed Fares discussed Zamalek SC board member Ahmed Suleiman’s revelations regarding the club’s record 1.3 billion EGP football budget and specific player transfer costs.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zamalek-sc-financial-details-and-spending-spark-debate

### 2026-08-25: Zamalek SC moves to settle FIFA debts and addresses player dispute

Zamalek SC is working to settle FIFA-mandated debts to lift transfer bans while escalating a dispute with player Juan Bezerra over alleged contractual non-compliance.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zamalek-sc-moves-to-settle-fifa-debts-and-addresses-player-dispute

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