Mamelodi Sundowns have reportedly been presented with the name of former Egypt national team coach Hossam Hassan as a possible replacement for Miguel Cardoso, whose position has come under scrutiny following a difficult period for the club.

The reports, originating from Egypt, suggest that a Moroccan marketing company has made an initial approach involving Hassan and submitted his name to Sundowns officials for consideration.

Egyptian media personality and journalist Abdel Nasser Zidan, as quoted by publication El Balad, claimed that Hassan had emerged among the candidates being discussed for the coaching position at the South African champions.

According to Zidan, the Moroccan company contacted Hassan’s twin brother, Ibrahim Hassan, with an initial proposal before putting the former striker’s name forward to Sundowns.

He further claimed that the proposal had been received positively by officials at the club. However, the report does not confirm that Sundowns have made a formal offer or opened direct negotiations with Hassan.

The reported development comes as Cardoso faces pressure after Sundowns failed to return to the CAF Champions League and suffered defeat against USM Alger in the CAF Super Cup.

Those setbacks have intensified scrutiny of the Portuguese coach’s work, with reports suggesting that the club could be considering alternatives as it seeks to improve its performances.

Hassan, who recently left his position with the Egypt national team, is reportedly open to returning to club management. Zidan said the former coach does not rule out taking charge of a major club, although his preference remains an opportunity to manage a national side.

The journalist also indicated that Hassan and his brother are keen to return to work soon after their departure from the Egyptian national team.

The Moroccan company is reportedly exploring other opportunities for Hassan should the Sundowns possibility fail to materialise.

For now, the connection between Hassan and the Tshwane club remains a reported proposal rather than a confirmed appointment process. Sundowns have not been reported as having officially announced a decision to part ways with Cardoso or confirmed Hassan as a candidate.

The situation will therefore remain one to watch as questions continue over Cardoso’s future and the club’s plans for its next phase.

Source: https://x.com/soccer_laduma/status/2120162147913085243?s=46