Gaëtan Laura has completed a move to Morocco after signing for Royal Armed Forces (FAR) Rabat, marking a change of direction in the career of the Congolese international striker.
The forward arrives from Iraqi side Newroz, where he began the current season, and will now continue his career in Africa for the first time.
The transfer brings an end to a brief spell in Iraq and opens a new chapter in Rabat with one of Morocco’s most ambitious clubs.
Laura, a former Paris FC player, has not been called up to the Congo national team by coach Sébastien Desabre for more than two years.
His move to FAR represents both a fresh opportunity and a significant test, as expectations at the club are understood to be high.
The Rabat-based side are known for demanding immediate impact from new signings, particularly in attacking positions.
In recent years, African leagues have increasingly attracted players developed in Europe, a trend that has become more visible in Morocco.
High-profile examples include Hakim Ziyech and Wissam Ben Yedder, who are both currently with Wydad Casablanca. Laura’s arrival at FAR fits into that wider pattern, as clubs look to combine local ambition with experience gained abroad.
The striker’s recent record in Iraq highlights the challenge ahead. During his time with Newroz, Laura featured in seven matches and scored two goals.
Those figures underline the need for improvement if he is to establish himself quickly and justify the confidence shown in him by FAR’s management.
For Laura, the move is also about rebuilding momentum. Having experienced a period away from the international scene, regular performances and goals in Morocco could be crucial in putting his name back into contention.
FAR’s competitive environment offers him a platform, but it also brings pressure, with little margin for a slow adaptation.
As he settles into life in Rabat, attention will focus on how swiftly the Congolese forward can translate his experience into consistent performances on the pitch.
With expectations already set, Laura’s new adventure in Morocco begins under close scrutiny, as FAR look for their latest signing to make an immediate and decisive impact.
