The decision was expected after the FA's Footballers' Committee validated Saied's pre-contract with the Cairo club on Thursday.

The Egypt defender reverted on his prospected move from Ismaili to Zamalek, as he astonishingly coveted to play for Ahli, refusing to sign his personal contract with the Whites.

It remains to be seen how Saied will react, after he pronounced that he is not willing to play for any team in Egypt other than Ahli.

The former Bari defender began his career with Ahli, but did not represent the Reds in a senior appearance.