One year after signing for Dortmund, Anthony Modeste joins African champions Al Ahly

Ayomikun Elemikan Sports 12/09/2023

French striker Anthony Modeste has joined Egyptian and African champions Al-Ahly, just one year after he signed for Borussia Dortmund.

Modeste had teamed up with Dortmund after the German side brought him in as a quick fix for Sebastian Haller. The latter was diagnosed with a malignant testicular tumour.

35-year-old Anthony Modeste joins African champions Al Ahly SC on one-year deal (Image: Al Ahly SC on X)

Haller himself had only just joined the club to replace prolific Norwegian goal-scorer Erling Haaland.

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35-year-old Modeste scored twice in 19 Bundesliga outings for Dortmund last season. One of the goals was a last-gasp equaliser that sealed a remarkable comeback from two goals down as BVB drew 2-2 against Bayern Munich in October.

Modeste was welcomed by his new teammates at Al Ahly SC (Image: Al Ahly SC on X)

He signed a one-year contract with Al-Ahly and may be extended for one more year. This is according to the terms that were agreed between both parties.

Modeste could make his debut when Al Ahly face Algerian side USM Alger in African Super Cup in Saudi Arabia. The Egyptian League will kick-off three days later.