Boufal Nears a Bold Move: Wydad Lines Up a High-Profile Moroccan Return

Boufal Nears a Wydad Move

The Moroccan club Wydad Athletic Club is on the verge of finalizing another heavyweight signing to maintain its strong winter market presence, with negotiations with Moroccan international Sofiane Boufal advancing to an advanced stage.

According to Koora sources, Wydad relies on sporting director Adil Hermaesh, who previously wore the national team jersey, and who was brought in late last year from France to seal Boufal's deal and block rivals like Raja Casablanca from snatching him away.

Exclusive Koora sources quote: "Wydad has submitted an offer surpassing all competing bids by about one million dollars for the remainder of the season, plus an enticing project aimed at rebuilding the squad with high-quality players to win every local and African title, especially by persuading Boufal to reunite with Hakim Ziyech after playing together for the Lions at CAN and the World Cup."

The sources conclude: "Boufal, after parting ways with Belgian club Saint-Gilloise, wants to play in the Moroccan league following the path of Ziyech and Noor Din Amrabat at Wydad, staying close to coach Regragui, and still dreaming of representing Morocco at the next World Cup in the Americas. Wydad’s ambition in the CAF Confederation Cup and the historic welcome Ziyech promises would bring him closer to this club."

Punchline time: if this move goes through, expect the press conference to be as crowded as a transfer window, and yes, even the pigeons backstage will start scouting Boufal’s agent. And remember: in football, rumors have a longer contract than players do, so enjoy the speculation while it lasts.