Tony Pulis set for shock new job in Egypt five years since Stoke legend's last role at Sheff Weds
A former Premier League ace could help facilitate the move
LONG PHARAOH IN Tony Pulis set for shock new job in Egypt five years since Stoke legend's last role at Sheff Weds
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STOKE management legend Tony Pulis is poised to swap the Potters for the pyramids by taking charge of Egypt's biggest club.
The Welshman had six Premier League seasons at the bet365 Stadium, plus two as Crystal Palace boss.
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Tony Pulis could be returning to management with Eygptian club Zamalek
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Pulis, 67, left his last management job at Sheffield Wednesday in 2020.
But he has now reportedly begun talks with Cairo club Zamalek about becoming their director of football.
The 14-time national champions and winners of 13 African titles are currently fifth in the Egyptian Premier League.
Pulis has flown to Cairo after an invite from ex-Tottenham star Mido, who is a Zamalek board member.
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Former Zamalek president Mamdouh Abbas hailed the veteran manager's arrival, acclaiming him as "one of the most prominent coaches in the history of the Premier League."
Abbas wrote on social media: "The purpose of Pulis' visit is to study Zamalek's football infrastructure, and to assess the potential for development in line with international standards."
Football is huge in Egypt, with Zamalek playing at the 75,000-capacity Cairo International Stadium.
Premier League stars Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush are national icons in the north African country.
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Former Wigan and Spurs star Mido is a Zamalek board member
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Pulis has a wealth of management experience since first taking charge of Bournemouth in 1992.
He had two spells as Stoke boss, totalling 10 years, where his team built a reputation for a no-nonsense style of play that featured lethal long throws from Rory Delap.
He also led Gillingham, Bristol City, Portsmouth, Plymouth, West Brom and Middlesbrough.
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