Al-Ittihad Alexandria’s Position On Potential Percy Tau Signing Reportedly Revealed

Percy Tau Transfer Bombshell! Egyptian Club Reveals 40% Chance Of Signing Bafana Bafana Star

South African football star Percy Tau could be heading back to Egyptian football, but a potential move to Al-Ittihad Alexandria remains far from certain as the club considers whether to pursue the experienced attacker ahead of the January transfer window.

Reports from Egypt indicate that Tau has been offered to Al-Ittihad Alexandria through a player agent. However, the club has reportedly not opened formal negotiations with the former Al Ahly forward, meaning there is still considerable uncertainty surrounding the possibility of a deal.

Egyptian football personality Khaled El Ghandour has provided an update on the situation, suggesting that the chances of Al-Ittihad securing Tau’s signature currently stand at no more than 40%.

The final decision, according to the report, rests with head coach Hamza El-Gamal, who must determine whether the South African international fits the club’s footballing plans.

The latest development is important because it separates transfer interest from an actual recruitment decision.

Tau has reportedly been presented to Al-Ittihad officials, but that does not mean the Egyptian club has made an offer or entered negotiations with the player.

El Ghandour explained that the proposed move depends largely on El-Gamal’s assessment of the forward and whether he believes Tau can strengthen the team.

The coach’s decision will therefore be central to determining whether the club takes the next step.

For now, the reported 40% figure should be understood as an assessment shared by El Ghandour, rather than an official transfer probability announced by Al-Ittihad.

At 32, Tau brings considerable international experience and familiarity with Egyptian football.

The Bafana Bafana star enjoyed a successful spell at Al Ahly between 2021 and 2024, winning major domestic trophies and playing an important role in the club’s CAF Champions League triumphs in 2023 and 2024.

His performances in Egypt established him as one of the most recognisable South African footballers on the continent.

Tau has also played in Europe, including spells with Brighton and Hove Albion, Club Brugge and other clubs. His experience across different football environments could make him an interesting option for a team looking to improve its attacking options.

His knowledge of Egyptian football may also help him adapt more quickly should a return materialise.

The former Mamelodi Sundowns attacker is currently without a club following his departure from Vietnamese side Nam Dinh earlier in 2026.

His availability as a free agent means an interested club would not need to negotiate a transfer fee with another team. However, salary demands, physical condition and the coach’s tactical requirements would still have to be considered.

Al-Ittihad are not the only Egyptian club reportedly linked with the South African. Recent reports have also mentioned Ceramica Cleopatra and Modern Sport as possible destinations.

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