This article was automatically translated from HIBAPRESS, the Arabic version:
Heba Press – Sports
Saudi club Al-Fateh has started serious negotiations with Moroccan international Hakim Ziyech, the Turkish player of Galatasaray, to sign a contract with him during the current winter transfer period.
This came after Ziyech expressed his dissatisfaction with his lack of involvement with his current club and his desire for a new experience.
Negotiations with Ziyech
According to media sources, the management of Saudi club Al-Fateh made verbal contact with Ziyech to persuade him to join the team, amid great interest from European clubs like Ipswich Town and Wolverhampton in England, and Nice in France.
Al-Fateh is a possible destination for Ziyech
If the deal goes through, Ziyech will join his Moroccan Al-Fateh teammates Marouane Saadane and Mourad Batna, who are considered pillars of the team.
Galatasaray coach’s statements
Galatasaray coach Okan Boruc explained that Ziyech was unhappy at not playing regularly, which prompted him to consider a move. He added: “Ziyech is a world-class player, but he is in talks with other clubs. »
Ziyech’s career with Galatasaray
Hakim Ziyech joined Galatasaray in the summer of 2023, from Chelsea, on loan, before signing a permanent contract which expires in June 2025. Despite this, he has only appeared in five matches in the Turkish league this season, settling for a decisive pass. .
His absence from the Moroccan national team
Ziyech was recently absent from the Moroccan national team by decision of national voter Walid Regragui due to his lack of participation with his Turkish team.
