The summer transfer window has been open for more than two weeks, and several Moroccan players are about to change clubs. Some, having shone this season, attract many covetousness, while others, in search of playing time, are looking for new opportunities. Here is an overview of the possible transfers of the Atlas Lions.
Between success and the quest for new challenges, Walid Regragui’s men are at the heart of the summer transfer window. From established talents to promising youngsters, many Moroccan players are attracting the interest of major European clubs and beyond. What potential departures this summer?
Already a formalization in defense
Chadi Riad’s transfer to Crystal Palace is now official. After impressing during his loan spell at Real Betis, the defender has signed with the Eagles until 2029 for a fee of around €15 million.
Yassine Bounou, who had an exceptional season with Al Hilal in Saudi Arabia, is in the sights (in vain?) of Paris Saint-Germain, according to Todo Fichajes. Best goalkeeper in the Saudi league last season, he could make his return to Europe this summer.
Munir Mohammedi, who announced his departure after finishing his contract with Al Wehda, is attracting the attention of several clubs in Spain and Turkey. At 35, the Moroccan goalkeeper is expected to make a decision quickly regarding his future.
Nayef Aguerd, often injured this season, could return to Ligue 1. The former Dijon and Stade Rennais player is closely followed by his former club in Brittany as well as by Olympique Lyon and Marseille, under the watchful eye of Mehdi Benatia.
Achraf Dari, after a successful loan period at Sporting Charleroi, is of interest to Rapid Bucharest. Stade Brestois, his current club, seems ready to let him go.
Yahya Attiat-Allah, relegated to the Russian second division with FK Sotchi, is coveted by Spartak Moscow and Al Ahly in Egypt. His departure seems inevitable this summer.
Achraf Hakimi could follow his friend Kylian Mbappé to Real Madrid, according to Spanish daily AS. The right-back has been a long-time target for the Madrid club and could replace Dani Carvajal. But this latest transfer could well be delayed by a year!
Right-back Noussair Mazraoui, who is being tracked by Juventus, FC Barcelona and Galatasaray, could leave Bayern Munich for a fee of 30 million euros, reports the German newspaper Bild.
A less hectic transfer window among the circles
Sofyan Amrabat, despite little playing time at Manchester United, is wanted by Erik Ten Hag for next season. However, he is also being followed by FC Barcelona, AC Milan, Liverpool and Atletico Madrid, according to Gianluca Di Marzio.
Ismael Saibari has extended his contract with PSV Eindhoven until 2029, ensuring his continuity with the Dutch club.
Azzedine Ounahi will probably stay at Marseille, where new coach Roberto De Zerbi is counting on him for next season.
Bilal El Khannouss, voted best young player in the Jupiler Pro League, could leave KRC Genk. RB Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund in the Bundesliga, as well as Lazio in Serie A, are interested in the player.
Towards big departures in attack?
Brilliant with Al Ain in the United Arab Emirates, Soufiane Rahimi attracted the attention of Saudi clubs Al Nasr and Al Ittihad, who reportedly made him “a tempting offer”.
Hakim Ziyech will not leave Galatasaray. The Turkish club announced on Friday the exercise of the option to purchase the Moroccan international. Indeed, coach Okan Buruk considers the Moroccan as a key element of his team.
Youssef En-Nesyri, close to leaving Sevilla FC, is being courted by several clubs, including Fenerbahçe led by José Mourinho, West Ham, AC Milan and Saudi clubs.
Finally, author of a remarkable season with Olympiacos, Ayoub El Kaabi has several options: stay in Greece, join a Serie A club like Genoa, Bologna or Torino, or finish his career in Saudi Arabia with Al Ahly or Al Shabab, who follow him very closely.
