The 2024 summer transfer window is shaping up to be a real storm for the Atlas Lions. Triumphant in several competitions with their clubs last season, the stars of the Moroccan national team are seeing their stock explode on the transfer market, attracting the eager eyes of the biggest clubs. The flamboyant performances of the Moroccan players have already triggered a wave of offers, well before the official opening of the transfer window in Europe, on Monday, June 24.
Ayoub El Kaâbi attracts offers from all sides
Ayoub El Kaâbi, the Moroccan striker for Olympiakos, is at the center of a hectic summer transfer window. After an exceptional season crowned by 10 goals in the Europa Conference League and 32 goals in all competitions, he attracted the attention of many clubs in Europe and the Middle East.
Tempting offers are pouring in from the Saudi League, where clubs are ready to offer him a golden bridge. His talent and keen goalscoring instinct make him a prime target. But the contenders are not limited to the Middle East. European clubs, notably in Spain and England, are also eyeing the Moroccan striker.
Faced with this onslaught of proposals, Olympiakos is having difficulty retaining its jewel. The Greek club will have to fight hard to convince El Kaâbi to continue its adventure on the shores of the Aegean Sea.
The future of Ayoub El Kaâbi looks uncertain. Will he stay loyal to Olympiakos and aim for new European trophies? Will he be tempted by the riches of the Saudi League? Or will he join one of the many European clubs who dream of his goals?
Soufiane Rahimi intensely courted by Al Ittihad
Soufiane Rahimi, top scorer in the Asian Champions League with 13 goals for Al Aïn, is attracting the attention of Saudi Pro League clubs, notably Al Ittihad Jeddah. The Saudi club would be ready to pay a record sum of $20 million to recruit the former Raja player. According to the Emirati media “Al Khalij”, this offer could well attract Al Aïn and tip the scales in favor of the Asian champion leaving for a three-year contract.
It remains to be seen whether this offer is attractive enough to convince Al Ain officials to let their nugget slip away.
Ligue 1 clubs are under the spell of Nayef Aguerd
Despite a difficult season at West Ham for Nayef Aguerd, several Ligue 1 clubs are competing for him. The sports advisor of Olympique de Marseille, Mehdi Benatia, tries to convince him to join Cannebière, but OM must face fierce competition from Olympique Lyonnais, Stade Rennais (his former club) and RC Lens.
Aguerd is said to have a preference for RC Lens, provided the club can meet the financial demands of West Ham, who are demanding 40 million euros for the transfer.
Ziyech courted in Saudi Arabia and the United States; Mourinho targets En-Nesyri for Turkey
After winning the Turkish championship with Galatasaray, Hakim Ziyech attracts the interest of new suitors in Saudi Arabia and the United States.
According to the media “Fanatik”, several offers from these two countries have been submitted to the Atlas Lion, although the clubs concerned have not been named.
However, a departure of the former Chelsea player from Istanbul this summer is not guaranteed. Galatasaray, who exercised their purchase option on Ziyech, is determined to keep their player.
Another player who is attracting the attention of scouts is Youssef En-Nesyri, who has become a priority target for many coaches, including Jose Mourinho, the new coach of Fenerbahce.
“The Special One” would have personally recommended to its managers to recruit the striker from the Andalusian club.
However, Fenerbahçe is not alone in the running for En-Nesyri: West Ham, AC Milan and Saudi clubs are also expressing interest in the Atlas Lion.Top of FormBottom of Form
