Atlético Madrid are reportedly monitoring Al Ahly winger Youssef Abdullah, with reports saying the club could submit an offer in February.
Speaking on ON Sport, journalist Moham Mamdouh said Atlético had been following Abdullah and that his performances with Egypt’s under-17 side at the Gulf Cup had strengthened their interest.
A formal offer has not reached Al Ahly, according to Egyptian reports, which place the possible approach in February 2027.
Reports have suggested that Atlético scouts had monitored the winger for some time, with contact involving an agent over a possible move, linking the proposed timing to Abdullah turning 18.
Abdullah previously played in Pyramids’ youth ranks before joining Al Ahly. He was also part of Hussein Abdel Latif’s Egypt squad that won the Under-17 Gulf Cup in Qatar, beating the UAE 3-1 in Wednesday’s final.
The Atlético links follow another Al Ahly youngster’s move to Spain earlier this year.
Hamza Abdelkarim joined Barcelona on loan in February before completing a permanent transfer in June, and later scored twice on his first-team debut against Birmingham City during pre-season.