Real Madrid is about to finalize one of the biggest signings of the summer: Abdellah Ouazane, a 16-year-old left winger who plays in Ajax's youth academy. Coming from the Netherlands, this young Moroccan is already considered the greatest emerging talent from Morocco and is compared by many to Lamine Yamal. His arrival at Valdebebas would be free, after his contract with Ajax ends on June 30... He is expected to begin his journey with Juvenil A or even with Castilla.
Abdellah Ouazane knocks out Barça and PSG: he will play for Madrid
According to AS, Abdellah Ouazane has turned down up to three offers from Ajax to secure his first professional contract with Real Madrid. Reports in Spain and the Netherlands agree: the deal is already "practically closed" and only details remain before signing. His campaign in the last U-17 Africa Cup of Nations was outstanding, earning the MVP title and confirming his exceptional potential.
This signing hasn't gone unnoticed in Europe. PSG and FC Barcelona also had him on their radar, fascinated by his confidence, vision, and skill in the final pass. Real Madrid has won the race by convincing him with a project focused on the youth academy, relying on the consolidation of young players like Enzo Alves or Bryan Bugarín in La Fábrica.
Abdellah Ouazane's profile is that of a versatile player: he can play as an attacking midfielder, central midfielder, or pivot, and stands out for his powerful shot and precision on set pieces. At 6 ft. 0 in. (1.83 m), he combines physicality and technique, attributes that have already made him the talk of Ajax's youth academy.
The plan for Abdellah Ouazane
The good relationship between his camp and Real Madrid is key. Abdellah Ouazane has already made his decision and Ajax practically considers him signed for Madrid. However, the administrative challenge remains: signing before June 30, when he will be free from his commitment to the Dutch club.
The integration plan at Valdebebas includes his incorporation into Juvenil A, two years above his age, already in the 2009 Generation, with the option to make rapid progress toward Castilla, managed by Álvaro Arbeloa. The goal is for him to gain experience in the reserve team and, in the medium term, have the opportunity to move up to the first team, within the structure designed by Xabi Alonso. At Real Madrid, they're already rubbing their hands: some voices rate Abdellah Ouazane above Lamine Yamal.