CFR Cluj star Islam Slimani set for sensational Algeria national team return

Experienced Algeria forward Islam Slimani is set for a sensational return to the Algeria national team ahead of the FIFA Arab Cup, scheduled for December 2025.

The former Leicester City star maintains unwavering determination, despite his rich career in the biggest European leagues. This mentality, which makes him a fierce competitor, has caught the attention of Madjid Bougherra, who is the head coach of the Algeria team A.

Slimani is reportedly on the list for the FIFA Arab Cup, scheduled to take place in Qatar on December 18, 2025.

The forward’s return is no coincidence. He is part of Bougherra’s overall strategy, which aims to blend experience and youth. Specifically, Slimani’s presence, alongside other experienced players like Yacine Brahimi, is intended to mentor the team’s young talents.

Slimani has been absent from the main national team since the arrival of Vladimir Petkovic. His return to the national team A offers him the opportunity to justify his capability for the AFCON tournament.

At 37, Slimani therefore has a tough task ahead of him to convince Petkovic to include him in the squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations.