Percy Tau: 5 Options Available To South African Forward Amid Uncertain Future In Qatar

Percy Tau: 5 Options Available To South African Forward Amid Uncertain Future In Qatar. Photo: Percy Tau X

Percy Tau: 5 Options Available To South African Forward Amid Uncertain Future In Qatar

Joel Omotto 13:44 - 21.04.2025

South African star Percy Tau’s future at Qatar SC looks uncertain following an underwhelming short spell but there are plenty of options to choose from if he leaves the Doha-based club.

South African forward Percy Tau is facing the prospect of leaving Qatar SC after less than six months following a less impressive stint at the club.

Tau signed a six-month deal with Qatar SC from Egyptian giants Al Ahly in January 2025, with the option to extend for two more years, but only if he impressed in his initial short spell.

However, after the season concluded last weekend, Qatar SC just escaped relegation, but the Bafana Bafana forward did not score a goal in nine league matches, with four assists to his name.

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That might spell the end of his stay at the club given Tau’s big-money contract extension was pegged on a good return on the pitch, which many feel was not delivered.

It leaves Tau facing the possibility of moving looking for another club again but which options are available to him?

Percy Tau can Choose to Stay in Qatar

Percy Tau can choose to sign for another Qatari club. Photo: Imago

If Qatar SC decide against extending Percy Tau’s contract, the South African winger will not lack options in the same country as there are a number of clubs that can benefit from his experience.

Michael Olunga’s Al Duhail have just lost the league title by two points but Tau could prove to be a great addition to the squad, given Hakim Ziyech has not delivered since joining in January, while Al Ahli, who were linked with him before he went to Qatar SC, could reignite their interest.

Will Percy Tau Make South Africa return?

Percy Tau will not lack suitors in South Africa if he decides to return home. | SuperSport

Percy Tau made his name at Mamelodi Sundowns, where he enjoyed a trophy-laden five years, before moving to Europe and he has plenty of credit in the bank as he still turns out for national team Bafana Bafana.

Clubs like Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates could benefit from his quality and experience, if he chooses to go back home, although it remains to be seen if Tau desires a return to South Africa at this point in his career.

Percy Tau Attracting Interest from Egypt

Percy Tau is attracting interest from Egyptian giants Zamalek. (Tau twitter)

After three-and-a-half years with Al Ahly, where he won 12 trophies, including two league titles and as many CAF Champions League crowns, Percy Tau left for Qatar but that has not stopped interest from Egypt.

Al Ahly’s bitter rivals Zamalek have been reported to be weighing up the possibility of luring Tau back to Egypt and this could be an attractive prospect for the South African international.

Percy Tau Linked to Saudi Clubs

South African forward Percy Tau can choose to sample the Saudi market. Photo/Percy Tau X

Percy Tau could also choose to sample what is available in Saudi Arabia following reported interest before he signed for Qatar SC.

Tau was rumoured to be on the radar of Saudi Pro League side Al Kholood Club last July before First Division club Neom SC were also reported to be keenly following him in January and there could be others looking to snap him up from Saudi on a free transfer.

Percy Tau Can Choose UAE Millions

There has been reported interest in Percy Tau from the United Arab Emirates.

Percy Tau was heavily linked with a move to the United Arab Emirates in January, with an unnamed club reportedly willing to pay him $2 million per year, as per South African outlet Soccer Laduma.

However, he headed to Qatar SC instead and the offer plus others from the UAE could be on the table once more for the 30-year-old.

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