Former USA coach, Bob Bradley, is now in charge of Egypt

Former US Coach, Bradley, Finally Signs Egypt Deal

The Egyptian FA hired the former U.S. national team and MLS coach on Thursday to replace long-serving manager Hassan Shehata. The decision was announced on the organization's official website after Bradley arrived in Cairo early Wednesday morning.

A press conference is scheduled for Saturday, where details of the contract are expected to be released.

Goal.com first reported Egypt's interest in Bradley shortly after he was fired by the U.S. team in July. But reports suggested the two sides were initially far apart on contract negotiations, which led to the long delay of the hiring.

Colombian Fancisco Maturana and Serbian Zoran Filipović were also finalists for the position.

Bradley, a New Jersey native, was replaced by Jurgen Klinsmann as the U.S. boss in July shortly after the squad lost to Mexico in the Gold Cup final. He finished his U.S. career with a record of 43 wins, 25 losses and 12 draws in over four years.

The 53-year-old led the Americans to the 2009 Confederation Cup final after defeating Egypt 3-0 in the group stage. Last year, he led the U.S. to the final 16 of the World Cup in South Africa.

The fresh start could not only benefit Bradley but also American soccer if he is successful with Egypt. He could open the door for other American coaches to join international teams as he becomes the first American to lead an African squad.

The former U.S. boss flew to Cairo this week to finalize a deal to become Egypt's next head coach and will be introduced by the team on Saturday.