Zamalek eye shock move for Jose Riveiro after Orlando Pirates exit

Zamalek eye shock move for Jose Riveiro after Orlando Pirates exit.

The Egyptians have set their sights on the Spanish coach, with  a source confirming their interest in the Pirates boss once he leaves the South African club at the end of the current season.

The team from Cairo are already planning for a fresh start in the 2025/2026 campaign, and Riveiro has emerged as a top contender for the role.

Zamalek’s CAF exit triggers coaching search

After a stunning quarter-final exit from the CAF Confederation Cup—courtesy of tournament debutants Stellenbosch FC—Zamalek’s management began reassessing the future of current head coach Jose Peseiro. The club isn’t expected to make an immediate change, but they’ve started compiling a list of potential candidates for the new season.

“Zamalek harbour no intentions of parting ways with their Portuguese tactician in the immediate future as they will be hiring a new manager at the start of next season,” a source close to the club revealed.

Jose Riveiro tops wish list

As Zamalek builds a shortlist of high-profile coaching options, Riveiro stands out as a leading candidate. His pedigree and recent success with Orlando Pirates have captured the attention of the five-time CAF Champions League winners.

Riveiro and the Pirates have already confirmed his departure at season’s end. Yet, speculation surrounds his next move. With no clear indication of whether he plans to jump straight into another role or take a short hiatus.

Riveiro’s stock rising amid treble hunt

Taking a break could be a tough call, especially with Zamalek reportedly offering salaries as high as R1.6 million per month to top-tier coaches. This is a tempting proposition for any manager in world football.

Riveiro’s market value could skyrocket if he leads Orlando Pirates to a historic treble. With the MTN8 and Nedbank Cup already in sight and the CAF Champions League still within reach. Success on all fronts would make him one of the most sought-after managers on the continent.

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