The 31-year-old international, who can also play as a sweeper, wasn't a regular starter with Zamalek during Hossam Hassan's 18 months at the helm.

Zamalek said they wanted to hold on Saied, but he wasn't offered a new contract.

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Football director Walid Howeady said that Saied will be a big addition to his team in their second campaign in the Premier League.

Howeady revealed also that MCDR are interested in signing international keeper Essam Al-Hadari and Egypt captain Ahmed Hassan.

Al-Hadari, 38, currently plays for Sudanese side Merreikh but has submitted a transfer request.

Veteran midfielder Hassan, who turned 36 last February, is a free agent after his contract with Ahli ran out by the end of the season.

He is targeted by Zamalek, ENPPI, as well as Qatari clubs.