Mouhcine Bouriga appears to be on the verge of a return to Morocco, with Maghreb Fez reportedly in advanced negotiations to re-sign the striker from Swiss side FC Sion after a disappointing spell in Europe.
The 24-year-old forward, who left Morocco with high hopes after a standout period at Maghreb Fez, has struggled to adapt to life in the Swiss Super League since joining FC Sion last year.
Despite signing a three-year deal with the club, Bouriga has failed to make a meaningful impact, scoring just one goal in 22 appearances—a return that has fallen significantly short of expectations.
According to *AfricaSoccer*, Maghreb Fez have initiated formal talks with Sion to bring back their former player. The Moroccan club is believed to be keen on reinforcing its attacking options ahead of the new season and sees Bouriga, who is already familiar with the team’s setup, as a valuable addition.
Bouriga’s struggles in Switzerland have not only affected his standing in the squad but have also taken a toll on his market value. Once valued at €600,000 upon his arrival in Europe, the forward’s stock has reportedly dropped to around €200,000, a stark reflection of his diminished influence on the pitch.
His underwhelming spell at Sion has raised questions about his readiness for European football, where physicality, tactical discipline, and consistency are often required in abundance.
Despite being given multiple opportunities to prove himself, Bouriga has failed to establish a regular place in the starting line-up and has increasingly been viewed as surplus to requirements.
This potential return to Morocco could offer the striker a much-needed fresh start. A product of Renaissance Zemamra’s youth academy, Bouriga initially rose to prominence during his time at MAS, where his eye for goal and instinctive finishing made him one of the most promising forwards in Moroccan football. His performances at the time attracted attention beyond Morocco and eventually led to his move to Europe.
Back in familiar surroundings, Bouriga may find the support and rhythm that once made him such a prolific figure in domestic football. Maghreb Fez, for their part, are looking to bolster their front line with players capable of integrating quickly and contributing immediately. In Bouriga, they would be reuniting with a player who already understands the club’s culture and expectations.
FC Sion, meanwhile, appear willing to part ways with the Moroccan international, who has been unable to live up to the promise that once surrounded him. With both sides seemingly aligned on the benefits of a transfer, an agreement could be finalised in the coming days.
Should the move materialise, it would mark a full circle for Bouriga—returning to the league where he first made a name for himself, and with a chance to rebuild a career that has stalled abroad.
For Maghreb Fez, it may be the low-risk, high-reward signing they need to boost their attacking ambitions this season.
