Aston Villa sign Trezeguet

Aston Villa announces the signing of Mahmoud Hassan for an undisclosed fee, subject to a work visa and international clearance.

Known as Trezeguet, the winger moves to Villa Park from Turkish side, Kasimpasa.

The 24-year-old started his career with Al Ahly in Egypt before moving to Europe to sign for Anderlecht. He enjoyed a further loan stint with Mouscron in Belgium prior to a switch to Turkey.

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A regular at international level for Egpyt, he has just returned from the African Nations Cup where he made four appearances, scoring once.

Head Coach Dean Smith said: “We’re really excited to work with ‘Trez’. I’ve watched him a number of times.

“He’s the type of wide player that we have been looking for who is direct, causes problems for the opposition in the final third and scores goals.”

Sporting Tribune

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