The applicability of non-compete clause when moving from a mainland to a Freezone company

Good morning,

I am writing to inquire regarding the non-compete clause.

I just resigned from my previous company. I worked as admin staff and I did not have any supervisory roles, nor handle any financial responsibilities. I work for a mainland company in Dubai.

Recently, I received a job offer from a competitor to do the same role. The competitor is DMCC and I will be under a Freezone visa. My employment entry permit has already been issued and I am just waiting for my residence visa to be printed.

My previous employer threatened me that they will sue me because I signed a non-compete clause with them that should be effective for two years after I resigned.

I am wondering if the non-compete restriction will apply to me given that I will be joining a Freezone company this time?

I held a non-supervisory/admin level position in my previous company.