Ahly full appointment of ex-Augsburg coach
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Egyptian giants Al Ahly have introduced the appointment of Danish mentor Jess Thorup, succeeding Jose Riveiro within the hotseat.
This comes after an intensive seek for a brand new boss within the dugout, with a number of coaches included within the shortlist.
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Ahly reportedly made advances for former Portugal supervisor Fernando Santos, who guided the Cristiano Ronaldo-headlined crew to the 2016 EURO triumph.
Nevertheless, the veteran boss rebuffed the membership’s curiosity, prompting an strategy for his compatriot Bruno Lage, who was not too long ago dismissed by Liga Portugal heavyweights Benfica.
The ex-Wolverhampton Wanderers gaffer additionally rejected the submit after the 2 events failed to succeed in an settlement on private phrases and finer contractual particulars.
Different candidates on the shortlist included Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso, Jose Gomes and legendary Galatasaray boss Fatih Terim.
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Nevertheless it was the previous Augsburg tactician, Thorup, who was earmarked as the best man to take over the reins on the Cairo juggernauts.
The 55-year-old two-time Danish champion and Danish Cup winner penned a two-and-a-half-year cope with the report 12-time African champions.