A list of the best Egyptian players abroad: The Pharaohs' best footballers

Egypt has produced famous footballers who have played for top teams in Europe and Asia. Local clubs like El Zamalek and Al Ahly have lost many young talents to overseas teams. Among them is Liverpool's star, Mohamed Salah. He is one of the best Egyptian players abroad.

Other famous Egyptian football players in Europe include Mohamed Elneny of Arsenal, Wolfsburg's Omar Marmoush, and Galatasaray's Mostafa Mohamed. Discover more about the Egyptian talents entertaining fans abroad.

Egyptian players abroad and their teams

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The Pharaohs only have two players in the English top flight. They are Liverpool's Salah and Arsenal midfielder Mohamed Elneny. The two are key members of their respective teams and have stated different successes.

Famous Egyptian footballers abroad and their salaries

Below is a breakdown of the country's top talents abroad, including their stats, salary, and net worth. All of them are in-field players, as there's no trace of an Egyptian goalkeeper playing abroad.

10. Ahmed Hamdi - CF Montréal, MLS

Hamdi is a product of El Ahly Cairo's youth system. He joined CF Montréal of the Major League Soccer in October 2021 from El Gouna FC. The young midfielder has also represented the Egyptian under-23 side.

• Date of birth: 10 February 1998
• Place of birth: Cairo
• Age: 24 (as of October 2022)
• Club: CF Montréal
• Position: Attacking midfielder
• League: Major League Soccer (MLS)
• Weekly salary: $9,100k
• Contract expires: 31 December 2023
• Market value: $490k
• Social media: Instagram

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9. Mahmoud Trezeguet - Trabzonspor, Turkey

Mahmoud Ahmed Ibrahim Hassan, commonly referred to as Trezeguet, is an Egyptian winger with vast European experience. He has played for Anderlecht, Kasımpaşa, and Aston Villa. Currently, he is at Trabzonspor in Turkey.

• Date of birth: 1 October 1994
• Place of birth: Kafr El Sheikh, Egypt
• Age: 28 (as of October 2022)
• Club: Trabzonspor
• Position: Left Winger
• League: Süper Lig
• Weekly salary: $59,100k
• Contract expires: 30 June 2026
• Market value: $9.8 million
• Social media: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter

8. Sam Morsy - Ipswich Town, England

The defensive midfielder was born in England but chose to play for the Pharaohs. He nurtured his talent at Wolverhampton Wanderers academy. Before joining Ipswich, Morsy played for Port Vale, Chesterfield, Wigan Athletic, Barnsley, and Middlesbrough.

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• Date of birth: 10 September 1991
• Place of birth: Wolverhampton, England
• Age: 31 (as of October 2022)
• Club: Ipswich Town
• Position: Defensive midfielder
• League: EFL League One
• Weekly salary: $11,300
• Contract expires: 30 June 2024
• Market value: $1.17 million
• Social media: Instagram, Twitter

7. Omar Marmoush - VfL Wolfsburg

The 1.83m-tall forward is one of the most reliable players at VfL Wolfsburg. Marmoush also holds Canadian citizenship but opted to play for Egypt.

• Date of birth: 7 February 1999
• Place of birth: Cairo, Egypt
• Age: 23 (as of October 2022)
• Club: VfL Wolfsburg
• Position: Forward
• League: Bundesliga
• Weekly salary: $4,300
• Contract expires: 30 June 2023
• Market value: $5.8 million
• Social media: Instagram, Twitter

6. Nader Ghabbour - Colonia Moscardó

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Ghabbour joined the Spanish club, Moscardó, which plays in Tercera División Group 7. He also has dual citizenship (Egypt and Canada).

• Date of birth: 4 August 1998
• Place of birth: Mississauga, Canada
• Age: 24 (as of October 2022)
• Club: Colonia Moscardó
• Position: Defensive midfielder
• League: Tercera División Group 7
• Contract expires: 30 June 2022

5. Ahmed Hassan - Alanyaspor

Mahgoub Ahmed Hassan is a forward who plays for Alanyaspor. He has also played for Konyaspor, Olympiacos, and SC Braga.

• Date of birth: 5 March 1993
• Place of birth: Cairo, Egypt
• Age: 29 (as of October 2022)
• Club: Alanyaspor
• Position: Forward
• League: Süper Lig
• Weekly salary: $14,400
• Contract expires: 30 June 2023
• Market value: $2.9 million
• Social media: Instagram

4. Mostafa Mohamed - FC Nantes

The talented forward joined FC Nantes on 21 July 2022, on loan from Galatasaray. He is one of the youngest Egyptians plying their trade in Europe.

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• Date of birth: 28 November 1997
• Place of birth: Giza, Egypt
• Age: 24 (as of October 2022)
• Club: FC Nantes
• Position: Forward
• League: League One
• Weekly salary: $33,000
• Contract expires: 30 June 2023
• Market value: $6.3 million
• Social media: Instagram, Twitter

3. Ahmed Hegazi - Al-Ittihad

Hegazi is a famous Egyptian footballer who plays as a centre-back for Al-Ittihad in Saudi Arabia. He joined the club on 1 July 2021, from West Bromwich Albion.

• Date of birth: 25 January 1991
• Place of birth: Ismailia Egypt
• Age: 31 (as of October 2022)
• Club: Al-Ittihad
• Position: Centre-back
• League: Saudi Pro League
• Weekly salary: $78, 000
• Contract expires: 30 June 2023
• Market value: $3.4 million
• Social media: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter

2. Mohamed Elneny - Arsenal

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Elneny is one of the top Egyptian players shining in Europe. He plays as a defensive midfielder for Arsenal in the Premier League. Mo joined the Gunners on 3 August 2020 from Besiktas.

• Date of birth: 11 July 1992
• Place of birth: Mahalla, Egypt
• Age: 30 (as of October 2022)
• Club: Arsenal
• Position: Defensive midfielder
• League: Premier League
• Weekly salary: $56,300
• Contract expires: 30 June 2023
• Market value: $10.7 million
• Social media: Instagram, Facebook

1. Mohammed Salah - Liverpool

Is Salah the best Egyptian footballer right now? The Liverpool star is considered the most talented African footballer and one of the best globally in the current generation. He has helped the Reds win numerous titles, including the Premier League and Champions League. However, he is yet to win a title with the Pharaohs.

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• Date of birth: 15 June 1992
• Place of birth: Nagrig, Basyoun, Egypt
• Age: 30 (as of October 2022)
• Club: Liverpool
• Position: Forward
• League: Premier League
• Weekly salary: $451,000
• Contract expires: 30 June 2025
• Market value: $101.4 million
• Social media: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter

Who is the best Egyptian footballer of all time?

Nicknamed the 'Egyptian Messi,' Mo Salah stands out among all Egyptian footballers. He is one of the best and most decorated players worldwide. Salah is known for his finishing, dribbling, speed, agility, and ball control. Other legendary players who have played for the Pharaohs include:

• Ahmed Eissa Elmohamady
• Mohamed Aboutrika
• Mohamed Zidan
• Hossam Hassan
• Shikabala
• Essam El-Hadary
• Ramadan Sobhi
• Sam Morsy

Although we have only listed 10 Egyptian players abroad and their clubs, other great Pharaohs are also doing well in their foreign teams. The country is known to produce Africa's top talents who compete with global stars.

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