Antwi, 24 didn't show up for Al Ahly's Monday training session, without any permission, according  to the club's director of football Sayed Abdel-Hafiz.

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The player’s absence comes as Al Ahly prepare for the derby against Zamalek, which is set to be played on Thursday. According to Abdel-Hafiz, Antwi reneged on a previous agreement to travel to his home country after the derby game.

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Following the incident, Al Ahly announced the exclusion of Antwi from the team’s squad for the derby.

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The 24-year-old, who suffered a turbulent time with the Red Devils facing long periods on the sidelines, injuries and massive fines, is close to joining second-placed Misr El-Maqassa.