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Morocco World
2 days ago
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- Morocco World
Azzedine Ounahi Set for Girona Move
Azzedine Ounahi is on the verge of joining Girona in a permanent move from Olympique de Marseille. The Moroccan international has agreed terms with the Spanish side, with only Marseille's final approval pending. The 25-year-old caught Girona's attention after an impressive loan spell at Panathinaikos, where he scored five goals and registered seven assists in 37 appearances. He was voted the Greek club's Player of the Season and earned a spot in the league's Team of the Year. Girona, preparing for Champions League football, submitted an €8 million offer – matching Marseille's initial valuation after the French club briefly raised their asking price to €12 million. Ounahi, who rose to prominence during Morocco's run to the 2022 World Cup semi-finals, had joined Marseille in January 2023 from Angers. However, his time in Ligue 1 was disrupted by injuries and inconsistency. Marseille have already left him out of their pre-season squad, along with three other African players: Cameroon duo Faris Moumbagna and Simon Ngapandouetnbu, and Ivorian player Bamo Meïté. Ounahi, who rose through the ranks of Morocco's Mohammed VI Academy, is now set to relaunch his career in La Liga. Tags: Azzedine OunahiFC BarcelonaGirona
Morocco World
07-07-2025
- Sport
- Morocco World
Ounahi Dropped to Reserves as Marseille Exit Looms
Moroccan midfielder Azzedine Ounahi looks set to leave Marseille this summer after being left out of Roberto De Zerbi's first-team plans. The 24-year-old, who spent last season on loan at Panathinaikos, is among six players excluded from first-team plans as the Ligue 1 side reshapes its squad for the 2025–26 campaign. Ounahi impressed in Greece with five goals and seven assists, and Panathinaikos are keen to re-sign him. They've increased their offer to €9m, but Marseille are holding out for €12m. Russian side Spartak Moscow had reportedly matched that asking price and offered a generous salary, but Ounahi turned it down, citing concerns over the conflict in Ukraine and Russia's ban from European competitions. The Moroccan international, who joined Marseille in January 2023 after a standout World Cup, is under contract until 2027. However, with no role in De Zerbi's plans, a summer move appears likely. Others training with the reserves include Rubén Blanco, Ismaël Koné, Simon Ngapandouetnbu, Bamo Meïté and François Mughe. The club is expected to facilitate exits for all six players during the current transfer window. Tags: Benatialigue 1marseilleOunahiPanathinaikos
Morocco World
29-06-2025
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- Morocco World
Ounahi Hesitates to Join Spartak Moscow Move Despite €12 Million Deal
Tangier — Moroccan international Azzedine Ounahi has shown little enthusiasm for a potential transfer from Olympique de Marseille to Russian club Spartak Moscow. Despite Olympique de Marseille reportedly having accepted the Russian club's offer, the Moroccan midfielder remains cautious about the move as he weighs his options ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Marseille has placed Ounahi on the transfer market after deciding not to reintegrate him into their squad for next season. The 24-year-old will return to France on July 1 following a successful loan spell in Greece, where he scored five goals and provided four assists in 25 matches. However, Ounahi's playing time at Marseille remains uncertain, prompting the club to seek a suitable destination for the player. Spartak Moscow has emerged as a serious suitor for Ounahi's services, submitting an offer worth approximately €12 million, which Marseille quickly accepted. The Russian club wants to strengthen its midfield and has received permission to negotiate directly with the player, hoping to finalize the deal before the transfer window closes. Despite the financial agreement between the clubs, media reports indicated that Ounahi appears reluctant to commit to the Russian project. The timing of the potential transfer creates additional complications for Ounahi. Morocco will host the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, and the midfielder wants to secure his place in the national team squad. Moving to the Russian league could make it more difficult for him to catch the attention of Morocco's coaching staff, particularly as he would be playing far from the traditional scouting networks that monitor North African players. Ounahi faces a challenging decision between financial security and sporting ambition. While Spartak Moscow offers a substantial salary and the chance to compete in a competitive league, the midfielder seeks a project that aligns better with his international aspirations. Marseille now waits for Ounahi to make his final decision. The French club has made its position clear by accepting Spartak's offer, but it cannot force its player to agree to the transfer as he prioritizes finding the right sporting environment over simply changing clubs for financial reasons. Tags: Atlas LionAzzedine OunahiFootballTransfer
Yahoo
28-06-2025
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😳 Sevilla miss out as Ounahi move slips away
Sevilla FC was looking to strengthen its midfield with Azzedine Ounahi, the Moroccan international who had shone at the last World Cup, but in the end, the Moroccan will sign for Olympique de Marseille. According to Estadio Deportivo, Olympique already has a deal in place with Spartak Moscow, pending only the approval of the player Ounahi, who is 23 years old. Advertisement Ounahi arrived at Spartak in 2023 after his outstanding performance in Qatar and, although his time in Russia did not meet expectations, he found his best form last season during a loan spell at Panathinaikos, where he scored five goals and provided seven assists. A new setback for the new sporting director, Antonio Cordón, who had been exploring various signings to strengthen the technical project in Nervión. This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here. 📸 MIGUEL MEDINA - AFP or licensors
Morocco World
09-06-2025
- Sport
- Morocco World
Morocco vs Benin: Possible Lineup, Score Prediction
Morocco return to action tonight against Benin in their second outing of the international break, looking to bounce back after an unconvincing performance against Tunisia. The match, although officially a friendly, carries weight. With the 2026 World Cup draw looming, head coach Walid Regragui is under pressure to refine his squad and pick up results that could boost the team's FIFA ranking. Kick-off is at 9 p.m. Moroccan time (GMT+1) and fans can catch the action live on Arryadia HD. The Tunisia win may have ended 2–0, but let's not kid ourselves, it wasn't convincing. The first half was flat, and a few big names didn't turn up. Youssef En-Nesyri looked lost, Sofyan Amrabat couldn't dictate the tempo, and Bilal El Khannouss seemed out of sync. Ismael Saibari, stuck out wide, was a tactical misfire. Changes are expected. Ayoub El Kaabi is pushing for a start after strong goals-scoring form with Olympiacos in the Greek league. At the same time, Soufiane Rahimi caught the eye with a lively cameo and could feature as a second supporting striker. Targhalline is also in contention to start as a holding midfielder ahead of Amrabat, with Regragui keen to find the perfect formula in the middle of the park. Tactically, Morocco may switch to a more compact shape. A midfield trio of Targhalline, Ounahi and El Khannouss could offer more stability, with the latter playing closer to the final third. In defense, Adam Masina impressed on his return and is likely to keep his place next to Jawad Al Yamiq. Achraf Hakimi remains vital down the right, and Youssef Belammari is tipped to start on the left. The Botola Pro and Confederation Cup Champion Munir Mohamedi could replace Yassine Bounou. Possible lineup: Munir – Hakimi, El Yamiq, Masina, Belammari – Targhalline, Ounahi, El Khannouss – Rahimi, Ben Seghir, El Kaabi Predicted score: Benin are expected to sit deep and absorb pressure from a technically superior Moroccan frontline. If the Atlas Lions manage to score early, confidence will surge, and the floodgates could very well open to bang more goals. MWN say: Morocco 3-0 Benin Tags: Achraf HakimiBeninfriendlyMoroccoWalid Regragui
