The White knights sent a letter to Gouna, asking to land Al-Sayed this summer for EGP three million, according to a source who spoke on condition of anonymity.

Zamalek had approached the midfielder earlier this month but both clubs couldn't reach an agreement.

Al-Sayed was tipped to join Zamalek on a part-exchange deal but the Cairo club refused to involve any of his men in the swoop.

Gouna have initially agreed to let Al-Sayed move to the five-time African champions.