Ismaily captain Mahmoud Metwally has signed for Egyptian Premier League champions Al Ahly on a five-year deal, after his contract ran into its final year.
The Mango Boys were forced to let go of their skipper now as they risked losing him on a free transfer in 12 months’ time.
The champions announced the centre-back’s signing on social media, as he became their second permanent signing of the summer, following the purchase of Aliou Dieng from MC Alger.
The Red Devils have also extended Ramadan Sobhi’s loan from Huddersfield Town for a further year.