Morocco head coach Walid Regragui has begun laying the groundwork for the next phase of the Atlas Lions’ journey, with the 2026 FIFA World Cup firmly in focus as he looks to refresh the national team with a blend of youth, strength and emerging talent.
According to information gathered from sources, Regragui has finalised a list of seven standout players who are expected to be the major talking point of the upcoming Morocco training camp.
The additions are tipped to represent a significant shift as the national team coach injects new energy into his squad.
The report explains that the selected players are a mix of Youth World Cup winners and promising talents plying their trade in Europe, many of whom have chosen to commit their international future to the Atlas Lions.
At the heart of this transformation is a trio that caught the eye during the Under-20 World Cup in Chile. Watford’s Othman Maama leads the group, alongside striker Yasser Al-Zabiri, who recently secured a move to Stade Rennais, and Cambuur Leeuwarden centre-back Ismail Baouf, all of whom impressed with their maturity and consistency on the global stage.
The midfield is also set to receive a boost, with Imran Louza expected to return following his strong performances for Watford. He is joined by Samir El Morabit of Strasbourg, whose defensive discipline and positional awareness have earned him recognition as a reliable option to reinforce balance in the middle of the park.
Completing the list is what the report describes as the most anticipated inclusion. Yanis El Bakraoui, who previously captained Morocco to Under-23 Africa Cup of Nations glory, is enjoying the most productive spell of his career with Portugal’s Estoril Praia and is now poised to translate that form to the senior national team.
With these potential additions, Regragui appears determined to strike the right balance between experience and renewal as Morocco build towards another ambitious World Cup campaign.
