Out-of-favor goalkeeper Mohamed Abdul-Monsef, who recently handed in a transfer request, believes the club did not appreciate the efforts he made for their sake. The 32-year-old, who is playing second-fiddle to Abdul-Wahed Al-Sayed, said earlier this week he wanted to leave Zamalek in the January transfer window for 'personal reasons'. He said he would exit the Cairo club with a 'bitter taste' in his mouth. "No one inside the club defended me when I was subjected to fierce criticism," Abdul-Monsef told FilGoal.com on Friday. "I did not complain when I lost my place in Egypt's squad as a result of lack of playing time with Zamalek. I was attacked by media and fans but the club did not stand by me. "I've done lots of efforts on and off the pitch for this club. I even played a major role in the signing of many players during the past few years but did not feel any kind of appreciation." Abdul-Monsef joined Zamalek from Dina Farms in the summer of 1999 but was always rated as a back-up keeper. He played regularly on numerous occasions though due to Al-Sayed's persistent injury problems. Al-Sayed, who seems to have finally shaken off his niggling complaints, produced some impressive displays this season. "My relationship with Zamalek has ended. I have several Egyptian offers from the likes of Gouna, Petrojet, Harras Hodoud and ENPPI," Abdul-Monsef added. "Turkish side Diyarbakirspor are also interested in signing me in the January transfer window."
