The Cairo-based club's assistant coach Mohamed Nagy, famously known as Gedo, has shed light on the club's decision to hand the managerial reins to the South African tactician. Following his recent departure from Libyan outfit Al Ittihad Tripoli, the former Mamelodi Sundowns boss has quickly found a new home with the ambitious Egyptian club.
Days of speculation were put to bed when the Egyptian giants Pyramids FC unveiled the 39-year-old South African as their new head coach. Rumours that the former Mamelodi Sundowns boss was dissatisfied with his lot at Libyan big spenders Al Ittihad SC had been circulating for several weeks and it was no surprise when almost immediately after his departure was announced, the Cairo based club made an announcement of their own.
The former Mamelodi Sundowns boss is reportedly on the verge of a sensational return to the summit of African football, with Pyramids FC closing in on his signature and offering a massive salary incentive for the 39-year-old and his technical staff.
The highly-rated tactician could be set for a sensational return to the pinnacle of North African football as Egyptian heavyweights begin their search for a new leader. The former Masandawana tactician is currently navigating a complicated exit from the Libyan side following a challenging campaign.
Just four months into his North African adventure, the South African coach appears to be heading for an unexpected exit. The former Mamelodi Sundowns tactician, who has become one of the continent's most talked-about coaches, is reportedly on the verge of parting ways with Al Ittihad.
Masandawana legend Hlompho Kekana has called for a sensational reconciliation between the club and the 27-year-old. The Brazilian forward is currently embroiled in a bitter legal dispute with the Tshwane giants following his controversial departure last year.
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