Hossam Ghaly could be on his way out of Tottenham Hotspur

The midfielder has not played for Spurs since angrily reacting to being substituted by former boss Martin Jol towards the end of last season.

The 25-year-old Pharaoh has returned to the club where he has started his career to build up his fitness.

"We have given Hossam permission to train with his former club Al Ahly in Egypt as he prepares for the African Cup of Nations tournament in January," said Damien Comolli, Spurs' sporting director.