Mohamed Bassam Ceramica Cleopatra Scout Report
Mohamed Bassam
Quick Answer
Mohamed Bassam is an experienced Egyptian shot-stopper who joined Ceramica Cleopatra in September 2022 after a long spell at Tala’ea El Gaish, quickly earning the captain’s armband. He represented Egypt at U20 and U23 level, including a place in the 2012 London Olympics squad. His biggest strength is the leadership and organisation that comes with experience; the key question is how well his reflexes hold up at 35.
Player Info Card
| Full name | Mohamed Bassam Helmy Hassan |
| Date of birth | 25 December 1990 |
| Age | 35 |
| Place of birth | Cairo, Egypt |
| Nationality | Egypt |
| Primary position | Goalkeeper |
| Shirt number | 18 |
| Current club | Ceramica Cleopatra (September 2022 (from Tala’ea El Gaish)) |
| Contract status | Until 30 June 2027 |
Career History
| Period | Club | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Early career | Tala’ea El Gaish academy and first team | Egypt |
| 2022-present | Ceramica Cleopatra | Egyptian Premier League — first-choice keeper and captain |
Bassam spent the bulk of his career at Tala’ea El Gaish, keeping 19 clean sheets in 33 appearances in his final season before leaving. He transferred to Ceramica Cleopatra in September 2022 and quickly became both first-choice keeper and captain. As a youngster he represented Egypt’s U20 side (2009 FIFA U-20 World Cup) and U23 side (2011 African U-23 Championship, 2012 London Olympics).
Playing Style & Assessment
Bassam offers a captain-goalkeeper profile who relies on experience for shot-stopping along the line and box organisation. His vocal presence directing a young squad contributes to the team’s defensive discipline.
Strengths
- Leadership and experience — The captaincy reflects the authority and dressing-room influence built up over a long career.
- Shot-stopping experience — The high match tempo at Tala’ea El Gaish gave him exposure to varying levels of pressure.
- Club standing — Being the undisputed starter since 2022 reflects the coaching staff’s continued trust.
Development Areas
- Age — At 35, he is in the later stage of his career.
- Distribution modernity — Detailed data on his fit within short-build-out systems is limited.
- Long-term planning — His age raises the possibility of being overtaken in the club’s medium-term goalkeeping plans.
Level Projection
Verdict: A captaincy-level starter in the Egyptian league with proven leadership; could be evaluated by Süper Lig sides in the lower-mid table seeking experience and locker-room presence for a rotation or experience move.
Sporting Director’s Note
| Current level | Süper Lig experience/rotation goalkeeper |
| Primary role | Goalkeeper |
| Transfer cost | Data insufficient |
| Key strength | Leadership and experience |
| Key risk | Age |
| Scout verdict | Should be tracked for another spell |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Mohamed Bassam? Ceramica Cleopatra’s captain and first-choice goalkeeper, an experienced Egyptian shot-stopper who came through Tala’ea El Gaish.
When did Mohamed Bassam join Ceramica Cleopatra? He transferred from Tala’ea El Gaish in September 2022.
Sources & Methodology
This report was compiled by cross-referencing Transfermarkt, the club’s official profile page, Wikipedia and accessible football data platforms. Tactical commentary and the level projection are GegenSports editorial assessments.
- Wikipedia — Mohamed Bassam
- Transfermarkt — Ceramica Cleopatra squad
- KingFut — Mohamed Bassam transfer report
- Africa Soccer — Mohamed Bassam captaincy comments
