Al Ahly coach Jose Riveiro has reportedly revealed to the club management that he wants to sign three new players to bolster the team's defence.
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Jose Riveiro's first assignment as Al Ahly boss was to take charge of the club's FIFA Club World Cup campaign. The tournament did not go quite as Riveiro or club officials hoped as the side were eliminated in the group stage after just two draws and a defeat.
The Red Giant now head to a well-deserved break before meeting again for pre-season in Mid-July, which will reportedly take place in Spain.
While the players enjoy their break, Riveiro continues to work behind the scenes to get his team prepared for the next campaign. According to Ahly News, the Spaniard reportedly requested defensive reinforcements for next season.
"Spanish coach José Riveiro asked [club president] Mahmoud El Khatib to strengthen the defensive line,” journalist Ahmed Shobeir said.
He added. "He emphasized Al Ahly’s defence needs bolstering following errors at the Club World Cup, referring to it as “Ah minh Yani” (that’s how it is)."
The former Orlando Pirates boss emphasised the need to sign three new defenders.
"Riveiro officially asked for three new signings: a right-back, a centre-back, and a left-back," Shobeir said.
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"Chairman Mahmoud El Khatib has strongly supported both Sports Director Mohamed Youssef and coach Riveiro, expressing confidence in their ability to deliver a historic season," he added.
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