Sherif Ekramy became the only Egyptian in the Netherlands and is now the only Egyptian goalkeeper playing abroad. The young former Ahly stopper moved to Feyenoord to join Hossam Ghaly, and even played for the club on some occasions.

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Sherif moved to Feyenoord and was already excited, saying to EP: "I like to think of my career as several stages, I passed the first one and I am stepping into a whole new level a much higher level but I am convinced that I will prove my worth."

Indeed, quickly the coaches became fond of the Egyptian, and within just a few days, the club announced that he would be remaining in their first team, against predictions that he would be leaving to Excelsoir on loan.

After featuring for the Reserves, there was only praise for Sherif, and it was clear that the former Egyptian Youth team captain would make his way up the club's ranks.

Fellow Dutch club Den Haag even showed interest in the player, but Erwin Koeman rejected, saying that Sherif is the important third choice keeper.

Goalkeeping shuffles meant that Sherif would soon make his way onto the bench, and by August this was the case. Patrick Lodewijks' injury carved the way for Sherif's debut, which he took full advantage of.

Ekramy excelled in his first appearance against Heerenveen in April. He was not only impressive with his shot-stopping but also his kicking.