Ali Zein, a distinguished determine in Egyptian handball, has formally signed with Hungarian membership Telekom Veszprém on a two-year contract that may preserve him with the crew till 2027.
As he joins one in all Europe’s most prestigious handball golf equipment after a profitable tenure with Al Ahly and a notable stint in European leagues, the switch marks a big step in Zein’s illustrious profession.
The 34-year-old athlete moved to Veszprém following a profitable run with Al Ahly, the place he contributed to securing each the African Tremendous Cup and the African Cup Winners’ Cup. His expertise and expertise have made him a priceless asset, and his addition to Veszprém’s lineup additional strengthens the crew’s dedication to excellence in handball.
Zein shall be teaming up with Yehia El-Deraa, who joined the squad in 2022, in addition to new signings Ahmed Hesham “Dodo” and Ahmed Adel.
Earlier than his time at Al Ahly, Zein had a notable profession throughout Europe, together with a short however impactful interval with Spanish giants Barcelona in 2021. Throughout his time in Catalonia, he helped the crew obtain a formidable assortment of titles, together with the EHF Champions League and a number of other nationwide cups. His European expertise brings a wealth of data and a aggressive edge to Veszprém.
His function within the nationwide squad additionally included participation within the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, the place the crew clinched a historic fourth-place end, marking a big milestone in Egypt’s handball historical past.
