The Egyptian giants are understood to be keen on strengthening their talent identification and recruitment systems, with Boujelbane viewed as a candidate capable of introducing more modern technical and analytical approaches to the role.
The proposed position would see him take charge of the club’s scouting structure at a time when Al Ahly are planning a new phase focused on long-term squad building and sustained competitiveness.
However, Boujelbane remains under contract with the Tunisian Football Federation, where he currently serves as coach of Tunisia’s Olympic national team. His deal reportedly runs until June 2028 and does not include a release clause, meaning any potential exit would require formal negotiations.
So far, he has not opened discussions with the federation to terminate his contract, although talks are expected in the coming days. According to reports, Boujelbane is set to meet federation officials soon to clarify his future and explore whether an agreement can be reached.
Despite the contractual complexity, there is believed to be a willingness within the Tunisian Football Federation to handle the situation amicably should the coach decide to pursue the opportunity in Cairo.
The interest from Al Ahly forms part of a broader strategy to modernise the club’s football structure, particularly in the area of recruitment. The scouting committee role has become increasingly significant in elite clubs, with a growing emphasis on data-driven decision-making and early identification of emerging talent.
Boujelbane’s name has gained momentum internally following discussions between both parties about the club’s long-term sporting vision. His profile is said to align with Al Ahly’s ambition to combine traditional scouting networks with more advanced performance analysis methods.
If the move is completed, Boujelbane would become a central figure in shaping Al Ahly’s future recruitment strategy, contributing to a project aimed at maintaining the club’s dominance both domestically and on the continental stage.
For now, however, the situation remains unresolved, with his current commitments in Tunisia still in place and formal negotiations yet to begin in earnest.
