Why Barcelona Is Keen to Sign Azzedine Ounahi This Summer
Azzedine Ounahi, the Moroccan international midfielder, has become a frequent name in media linked to Barcelona. Known in France for his spells at Angers and Olympique de Marseille, Ounahi is now attracting attention from the Catalan club as they look to strengthen their squad.
Barcelona's sporting director, Deco, remains focused on signing a striker but also wants to boost the midfield options. With Frenkie de Jong sidelined for several months due to a knee injury and Marc Casadó likely to leave soon, the club is exploring different possibilities.
Potential Alternatives and Competition
Among the options being considered is Manchester City's Rodri, who could be snapped up ahead of Real Madrid, their usual rivals. But despite these targets, Ounahi's name keeps coming up in media connected to Barcelona.
Ounahi’s La Liga Experience and Qualities
The Sport newspaper recently analyzed Ounahi’s performances at Girona, highlighting why he is highly valued. Despite Girona's struggles last season, Ounahi stood out with impressive displays, proving capable of changing matches single-handedly and commanding the midfield.
His versatility appeals to Barcelona, although questions remain about how consistently he can perform at a high level.
Affordable Transfer Fee
One major advantage is the cost. Ounahi's release clause is set at just 25 million euros, but sources like Mundo Deportivo suggest Girona might accept around 10 million euros. This is a reasonable price for a 26-year-old international who had an excellent individual season.
