Hamburg SV are thought to be the closest team to signing Mohamed Zidan, though EgyptianPlayers.com understand that they have gone no further than making an offer to Mainz for the striker.

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Hamburg had a disappointing Bundesliga season in which they finished 7th and are looking to challenge for the title next season. Their strong striker's list of Ivica Olic, Boubacar Sanogo and Paolo Guerrero may be developed even further should they manage to sign Mohamed Zidan.

The Egyptian has been linked with the club since Mainz's struggle, and the club has now admitted keen interest in snapping Zizou up.

The sporting director Dietmar Beiersdorfer has said that HSV are working hard to secure Zidan's services, though they are being rivalled by a number of other league outfits. He hinted that buying Zidan remains one of the top priorities in the coming period.