Olympique Akbou have confirmed the signing of Algerian international goalkeeper Rayane Yesli, bringing in the 25-year-old as a key reinforcement ahead of the second half of the season.
The club is banking on his experience to provide both stability and competition between the posts as they look to strengthen their defensive line.
Yesli, born on 12 October 1999 in Tizi-Ouzou, has had a unique footballing journey that spans multiple countries and leagues.
Leaving Algeria at a young age, he developed his skills in Canada, joining the Montreal Impact Academy as a teenager.
This formative period allowed him to build a strong technical base while gaining the mental resilience required for professional football.
Following his time in Canada, Yesli moved to Italy, where he experienced the tactical rigour of European football.
Competing in a league renowned for its emphasis on defensive organisation and positional intelligence, he honed the skills that would become hallmarks of his game.
He later returned to North America, gradually establishing himself in the Canadian Premier League with several clubs, accumulating valuable match experience at a national top-flight level.
On the international stage, Yesli has already been exposed to the pressures of representing his country.
As part of the Algerian squad at the 2025 Arab Cup in Qatar, he demonstrated composure and maturity, solidifying his reputation as one of the goalkeepers closely monitored by the national team coaching staff.
His presence in the squad highlighted both his ability to handle high-stakes matches and his potential to influence results from the back.
Olympique Akbou’s management see Yesli’s arrival as a strategic move.
“By signing Rayane Yesli, we have added a reliable and experienced goalkeeper who will bring calm and composure to our defense,” a club statement noted.
The signing aligns with Akbou’s wider ambition to strengthen their squad and maintain competitiveness as the season progresses.
Yesli’s experience across different footballing cultures – from North America to Europe and back – provides the club with a player capable of adapting to varied tactical demands.
His combination of international exposure and domestic experience makes him a valuable asset in a league where defensive consistency can prove decisive in the title race.
As Olympique Akbou prepare for the remaining fixtures of the season, the integration of Rayane Yesli into the squad will be closely watched.
The club will hope that his skills, leadership, and international experience help solidify their backline while inspiring confidence throughout the team.
