Hossam Hassan Monitors Younes Ibrahim's Progress in Brighton
In the vibrant landscape of Moroccan and Egyptian football, Hossam Hassan, the head coach of Egypt's national team, is closely monitoring the development of young midfielder Younes Ibrahim, who currently plays for Brighton & Hove Albion in England. The 18-year-old, born in Australia to Egyptian parents, has emerged as a player of interest as the coaching staff aims to capitalize on the burgeoning talents of Egyptian players making their mark in Europe. With the next national team gathering scheduled for November, Ibrahim's potential inclusion is being discussed fervently within the Egyptian Football Association.
A source from within the Egyptian national team informed Agence France-Presse that Younes Ibrahim has caught Hassan's eye following his promotion to Brighton's first team this season. His official debut against Kauno Žalgiris from Lithuania in the UEFA Europa Conference League last Thursday was particularly noteworthy, as he provided an assist in a commanding 4-0 victory. This performance has undoubtedly elevated his profile and placed him firmly in the national selectors' sights.
With the ability to represent four national teams—Egypt, Morocco, England, and Australia—due to his diverse heritage and birthplace, Ibrahim's future international commitments are being closely monitored. The Egyptian Football Federation is reportedly in contact with him, expediting the necessary legal procedures to secure his eligibility for the national team. The coaching staff is optimistic that these processes will conclude in time for the November camp.
Hossam Hassan's strategy also reflects a desire to replicate the successful inclusion of Haitham Hassan, who joined the Egyptian national squad in March despite also holding Tunisian and French nationalities. With Egypt currently leading Group 2 in the qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, having amassed four points from a goalless draw with Angola and a resounding 5-0 win over South Sudan, the stakes are high for the national team as they aim to solidify their position in upcoming matches.
As reported by goal.com.
