Recent reports on social media claimed the 29-year-old had agreed to join rival Ahly ahead of the 2025 Club World Cup, scheduled in the United States between 15 June and 13 July.

"I’ve chosen not to comment on contract extension talks for some time, but now I need to make it clear: I haven’t signed with any team, inside or outside Egypt," Zizo said in a statement posted on his Instagram account Tuesday.

“The club holding my signature should be the one to announce it - if they have it,” he added.

Zizo also expressed respect for Zamalek, where he has played for several years while referring to unresolved issues related to his rights as a player.

“People should understand that I respect the great club I play for, but there are issues I haven’t spoken about, including my rights as a player - just like any player in the world,” Zizo said.

The winger’s contract with Zamalek is set to expire at the end of the current season, meaning he has been in the open negotiation period since January.

This allows him to discuss terms with any club, including potential suitors like Ahly, should Zamalek fail to renew his contract.

However, recent reports suggested that talks between Zizo and Zamalek have stalled due to his financial demands, as well as a lucrative offer from rival club Ahly.

Zizo also questioned the public focus on his contract situation. “Why hasn’t anyone talked about my delayed payments from Zamalek? Why hasn’t anyone mentioned that the club left me waiting a long time without extending my contract?”

“Why hasn’t anyone pointed out that contract extension talks have come at a late stage in my career, as a footballer?” Zizo continued.

The winger also highlighted the offers he had rejected in the past year, saying, “I turned down offers ten times bigger than the current ones, choosing to wait for Zamalek’s proposal.”

Zizo reassured Zamalek fans, stating, “I’m not trying to negotiate or play games. But the other party must also want me to stay.”

 “I’m awaiting the club’s response until the final day of the Confederation Cup, and I hope to win with my teammates.” He concluded.

Since joining Zamalek from Portugal's Moreirense in January 2019, Zizo has been a key player, helping the club secure eight major trophies, including two Egyptian League titles, two CAF Confederation Cups, one Egyptian Super Cup, and two African Super Cups.

Over his five seasons at Zamalek, Zizo has scored 84 goals and provided 71 assists in 260 appearances across all competitions.

This season, he has played 31 matches, netting eight goals and registering eight assists.