Tunisia: Marouane Sahraoui commits future to Stade Tunisien until 2026

Stade Tunisien have confirmed the contract extension of central defender Marouane Sahraoui, securing his services through to June 2026.

The Tunis-based club made the announcement on Tuesday, ending speculation surrounding the 28-year-old’s future.

Sahraoui, who had been linked with interest from several Ligue 1 sides during the summer transfer window, has opted to remain in the Tunisian top flight with the club where he has become a defensive mainstay.

Sahraoui’s decision to extend his stay with Stade Tunisien comes as a significant boost for the club, who have been intent on building continuity and experience at the back.

His performances over the past season have been marked by composure, leadership, and consistency—traits that made him a target for clubs abroad.

A club spokesperson, speaking after the announcement, expressed satisfaction with the agreement: We are very pleased to extend Marouane’s contract. He is an important part of our project, and keeping him was a priority. His professionalism and experience bring a lot to the squad, and we are confident he will continue to be a leader on and off the pitch.

The renewed deal also signals Sahraoui’s belief in the club’s ambition, as Stade Tunisien aim to consolidate their position in the domestic league and challenge for honours over the next two seasons.

Though the identities of the Ligue 1 clubs interested in Sahraoui have not been disclosed, his growing reputation as a reliable defender had reportedly put him on the radar of scouts in France’s top division.

However, the lure of regular football, combined with the trust placed in him by the Stade Tunisien coaching staff, appears to have swayed the player’s decision to stay.

Sahraoui’s extension provides much-needed stability for a backline that has undergone several changes in recent years.

With his contract now secured until 2026, the club can move forward with clarity, and the player will be expected to continue anchoring the defence in the upcoming campaign.

For Sahraoui, the new deal represents a vote of confidence and a platform to further assert his influence in Tunisian football, with all eyes now on how he leads Stade Tunisien in their next chapter.