According to Saudi Arabian reports, Mostafa Fathi could be returning to the Egyptian Premier League due to military service issues.
Just last January, Fathi completed a $1m move to Saudi side Al-Taawoun from Zamalek after refusing to sign a new contract with the Whites.
The 28-year-old impressed in just a short time, scoring five goals while assisting twice in 12 league games, helping the club avoid the drop on the final matchday.
While Fathi is seen to be one of Al-Taawoun’s biggest names, he failed to report for the club’s pre-season camp in Holland amid rumours he is pushing for a move to Al Ahly.
The rumours have only grown stronger with Egyptian pundit Ahmed Shobeir confirming the negotiations between Mostafa and the Red Devils.
However, according to the Arriyadiyah news outlet, the real reason behind Fathi’s absence from the training camp is issues related to his military service.
Therefore news emerged linking the player with a move to military club Tala’a El-Gaish, where the player could join to undergo his mandatory service.
The same news outlet then reported that Al-Taawoun are currently preparing for Mostafa’s possible departure as he was given a period of time to solve the problem.
If he can’t solve the military service issues and rejoin the team, he will be sold to either Al Ahly or Tala’a El-Gaish, who both are seeking the player’s services.
