"I am not angry because of Ahli's refusal," Gomaa, who was keen on moving out of the Egyptian League, told FilGoal.com.

In December, Ahli accepted letting Gomaa go for a trial period at Premiership side Blackburn Rovers but the deal couldn't be sealed.

But when Qatari side Al-Rayan inquired for Gomaa, Ahli said he is not for sale, a decision the international defender said he understands.

"Ahli welcomed Blackburn offer because I was set to move to one of the strongest leagues worldwide but moving to Qatar can't be the next step in my career," he said.

The 31-year-old defender played a key role in Ahli's campaign towards the Egyptian and African titles last season.