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Egyptian football dominated the transfer market over the past 48 hours, with multiple high-profile moves at various stages of completion. International transfers, domestic squad rebuilding, and contract negotiations occupied Egyptian clubs ahead of the new season launch, while the national women's junior handball team received an official reception following a fourth-place finish at the world championship.
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Haitham Hassan to Celtic — The Egyptian midfielder, currently at Danish club Midtjylland, has reached a final agreement to join Scottish Premiership side Celtic following negotiations brokered through Real Oviedo. The transfer represents one of the completed moves in the final days of the summer window.Egypt women's junior handball team — The under-20 squad returned to Cairo following completion of the world championship in Romania, finishing fourth in an achievement recognized by the Youth and Sports Ministry with an official reception. The tournament result marks the best performance by a junior Egyptian women's handball team at the world level.Al-Ahly closes transfer door — Al-Ahly's administration formally decided to block all outgoing transfer offers for first-team players during the current window, specifically protecting midfielder Imam Aadhour despite multiple bids including one from Turkish side Konia Spor valued at eight million dollars.Zamalek staff payments — Zamalek confirmed it has paid 72 percent of player compensation owed, with administration targeting 90 percent completion before league launch. The club also approved relocation of first-team training to Air Defense Stadium through the end of the season.Mohamed El-Shenawy contract extension — Al-Ahly goalkeeper Mohamed El-Shenawy rejected retirement and requested a one-year contract extension with the club beyond the current season, signaling his intention to continue his career.Barcelona honors Lewandowski legacy — Barcelona formally inducted Polish striker Robert Lewandowski into its official club legends list despite his four-year tenure, recognizing his competitive impact during his time at Camp Nou.What to Watch:
Al-Ahly faces Spanish side Badalona in a friendly match on Wednesday, August 12, as the Egyptian champions prepare for the new domestic season. Mohamed Salah begins competitive play with Trabzonspor against Kasim Pasha in Turkish Super Lig action.