Michel told FilGoal.com that he is not used to criticizing his predecessors but the players' disappointing form can only be blamed on the Portuguese.

The veteran Frenchman said that repeated injuries hitting players like Hazem Emam, Amr Zaki, Ahmed Hossam and Alaa Abdul-Ghani are due to lack of preparation.

Tightness and pains in calf, hamstring and groin muscles became common between Zamalek players as the season went on.

Michel said he didn't demand signing any new players because he is still evaluating the current squad.

He said he still needs more time to assess the players and determine which positions need reinforcement.

Former France manager Michel took over earlier in January, replacing Cajuda, who has been sacked due to poor results.