Abdellah Ouazane has established himself in the Ajax Amsterdam rotation and earned a senior call-up to the Morocco national team following a collapsed transfer to Real Madrid, according to reports from Foot Mercato. The 17-year-old winger has recorded three goals and three assists across 17 appearances in all competitions for the Dutch club this season.
Real Madrid Transfer Collapse Led Back to Ajax
More than a year ago, the Moroccan youth international appeared poised to join Real Madrid. The transfer fell through at the final stage due to an issue detected during his medical examination. The setback arrived shortly after Ouazane won the best player award at the Africa U17 Cup of Nations with Morocco.
🚨 Real Madrid are interested in Ajax attacker Abdellah Ouazane as the 17-year-old attracts attention from Europe's leading clubs.Ajax hope to secure Ouazane on a new contract after his 18th birthday, with his existing deal running until 2028.Contract talks could prove… pic.twitter.com/iAdLgM6C8P
Rather than leaving his formative club, Ouazane remained in Amsterdam. Ajax integrated the teenager into professional competition ahead of standard schedules. J’en ai justement tiré de la force,
Ouazane said regarding the failed move. Revenir à l’Ajax était ma meilleure option. Je suis super content et je veux à nouveau montrer pourquoi les gens me considèrent comme un talent. Je veux devenir un vrai homme dans le sport.
Positional Switch and Eredivisie Impact
Initially developed as a central attacking midfielder who orchestrated play between the lines, Ouazane has shifted to the left wing under the technical staff at Ajax. The adjustment has not stunted his development in the Eredivisie. His technical ability, direct running style, and vision have added creativity to the Dutch attack through 17 matches.
Ajax manager MĂchel assessed the teenager’s progress during a press conference. Il doit encore progresser oui,
MĂchel stated. Il doit gagner en rĂ©gularitĂ© pendant les matchs. Il s’entraĂ®ne bien pour y parvenir. Le talent est lĂ . Il est très talentueux.
Historic Senior Call-Up for Morocco
The winger’s club form drew attention from the Royal Moroccan Football Federation. Following his performances with the youth teams, manager Mohamed Ouahbi selected Ouazane for the senior Morocco squad during the international break.
The selection made him the second-youngest player in the history of the senior Moroccan national team, trailing only Hachim Mastour. This milestone places the teenage forward within the active international setup alongside established Atlas Lions.
Upcoming Fixtures for Club and Country
Ajax returns to domestic and European competition with Ouazane available in the matchday squad. The player prepares for subsequent Eredivisie fixtures and future international windows with Morocco.
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🚨 Chelsea, Manchester City, Real Madrid and Juventus are interested in Ajax youngster Abdellah Ouazane.Ajax want to extend the 17-year-old's contract beyond 2028, but his representatives are demanding €4M–€5M in wages.Sporting director Jordi Cruyff is hesitant over those… pic.twitter.com/tczIMGvcmg
Abdellah Ouazane. pic.twitter.com/jXNqz8xJyM
Dreams come true…♥️Abdellah Ouazane scoring in the Johan Cruijff ArenA for the first time 🌟 pic.twitter.com/COA5NolhG1
Abdellah Ouazane's first VriendenLoterij @Eredivisie goal. Now in the Ajax App.
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