Al Ahly's mouthwatering new deal for Tau 'revealed'

Percy Tau has reportedly agreed a new deal with Al Ahly.

With Bafana Bafana star Percy Tau said to have agreed a new contract with Al Ahly, the stunning details of his new deal have reportedly been revealed, including a mouthwatering salary.

Various Egyptian outlets are now reporting that Ahly's board of directors have agreed to renew Tau's contract, which is currently due to expire in June this year.

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According Almawq3.com, the South African is now set to remain in Cairo until 2028, with his new salary set to exceed $5 million (R96 million) over the duration of his stay since joining the club.

A source close to the club has reportedly revealed that the former Mamelodi Sundowns star will earn an annual salary of $1.2 million (R23 million), which will increase by $100 000 (R1.9 million) in the first season, $150 000 (R2.8 million) in the next, and $200 000 (R3.8 million) in the final year. 

Manager Marcel Koller is said to have endorsed Tau's renewal to the board as he feels the 29-year-old is a big part of his team.

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Tau, who joined the Egyptian giants from Brighton & Hove Albion in 2021, is now approaching 100 appearances for Ahly, registering 24 goals and 13 assists along the way.

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