After an outstanding 2026 FIFA World Cup with the Atlas Lions, Azzedine Ounahi has once again become one of the most sought-after midfielders on the transfer market. The Moroccan international is now attracting interest from several clubs, with Ajax Amsterdam and Al-Ittihad leading the race.
According to transfer journalist Ekrem Konur, Ajax has taken the lead in the pursuit. The Dutch club has reportedly opened advanced talks with the Moroccan international and is believed to be closing in on an agreement for a move during the summer transfer window.
Competition from Saudi Arabia and Greece
Ajax will, however, have to contend with competition from Al-Ittihad, which is also eager to bring the Atlas Lion to the Saudi Pro League and could soon make its move.
In Greece, Panathinaikos, where Ounahi made an excellent impression during his loan spell, has reportedly not given up hope of signing him permanently. Meanwhile, rivals Olympiacos are also closely monitoring the situation and could enter the race if the opportunity arises.
A World Cup that revived his market value
The growing interest in Azzedine Ounahi is largely the result of his impressive performances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where he played a key role in Morocco’s historic run to the quarter-finals, marking the nation’s second consecutive appearance at that stage of the competition.
The Moroccan midfielder notably scored a brace against Canada in the Round of 16, helping the Atlas Lions secure a 3-0 victory. His technical quality, mobility, and ability to dictate the tempo of the game also earned widespread praise during Morocco’s quarter-final against France, despite the team’s elimination.
A transfer saga to watch
Thanks to his outstanding World Cup campaign, Azzedine Ounahi has significantly boosted his value on the transfer market. With concrete interest from Ajax Amsterdam, the ambitions of Al-Ittihad, and continued attention from leading Greek clubs, the future of the Moroccan international is shaping up to be one of the biggest stories of this summer’s transfer window.
