Mahmoud Bentayg’s impressive season with Zamalek has attracted interest from several clubs in France, Turkey and the Gulf during the current summer transfer window.
The 26-year-old Morocco left-back played a key role in a campaign that brought major personal and team success. He helped Zamalek win the Egyptian Premier League and also claimed the Arab Cup with the Morocco national team. His performances in Egypt were further recognised when he was named the league’s best left-back.
French website Foot Mercato reports that Bentayg is attracting significant attention from clubs in France and Turkey, while teams from the Gulf region are also monitoring his situation closely. A move could reportedly be completed for a fee of between 2m and 3m euros.
Bentayg joined Zamalek from French club Saint-Etienne and quickly established himself as one of the leading players in his position in Egyptian football. His form throughout the previous season was a major factor in Zamalek ending their wait to win the Egyptian Premier League.
The Moroccan defender’s contribution extended beyond his individual award. His displays helped strengthen Zamalek’s title challenge and played an important part in securing the league championship after the club had gone without the trophy for a period of time.
The range of interest in Bentayg reflects the technical value he has brought to Zamalek since arriving from Saint-Etienne. Attention from clubs in France, Turkey and the Gulf now leaves the Egyptian side facing a difficult decision over his future.
Zamalek must weigh the sporting benefits of keeping a player who has become an important part of their squad against the financial appeal of the offers that could arrive for him. The club’s economic circumstances will be a factor as it considers whether to retain Bentayg for another title challenge or take advantage of the transfer income available.
For Bentayg, the interest follows a season in which he combined success with Zamalek, international achievement with Morocco and personal recognition in the Egyptian Premier League. That combination has placed him firmly on the radar of clubs looking to strengthen at left-back.
No specific interested clubs have been named, but the reported valuation of 2m to 3m euros could make the defender an attainable option for teams in the French, Turkish and Gulf markets. His next move will depend on whether Zamalek prioritise continuity on the pitch or choose to accept a substantial offer for one of their most influential players.
