The 21-year-old agreed terms with Zamalek last weekend as he is not bound with a professional contract at Ahli, who eventually tended to tackle the move.

"First I was not registered in either the senior or U-21 team, then club officials told me to find another club, so I agreed a deal with Zamalek," he told FilGoal.com.

"As soon as my talks with Zamalek were revealed, I was surprised to see that Ahli want me again, but this will never happen. I'd either join Zamalek or play abroad."

Attwa was signed by Ahli from Gaish in January, but has rarely featured for the Egyptian champions ever since.

Moreover, the arrival of left-sided duo Sayed Moawad and Abdul-Hamid Ahmed suggested that Attwa's chances with the team are limited.