Morocco’s Zakaria El Ouahdi completes €8m move to Hamburg from Genk

Morocco international Zakaria El Ouahdi has completed his move from Belgian club Genk to German side Hamburger SV.

The right-back has signed a five-year contract with the Bundesliga club after successfully completing his medical and finalising the formalities of the transfer.

According to Belgian journalist Sacha Tavolieri, Genk will receive €8m for the Morocco international, with a further €4m available in potential bonuses and a significant sell-on percentage included in the agreement.

El Ouahdi leaves Genk after three seasons

The transfer brings an end to El Ouahdi’s three-year spell with Genk, where he developed into an important member of the Belgian club’s squad.

His versatility and attacking ability from the right flank made him a regular starter, while his performances also helped establish him as an important player for Morocco.

The 24-year-old has increasingly featured for the Atlas Lions as he has strengthened his reputation on the European stage.

Impressive attacking numbers

El Ouahdi enjoyed an outstanding 2025-26 campaign with Genk, making 43 appearances across all competitions.

He scored 12 goals and provided six assists, highlighting his influence despite operating primarily as a right-back.

His contribution was particularly impressive in the Belgian Pro League, where he scored eight goals and registered four assists in 34 appearances.

Those numbers underline the attacking threat he provides from the right side.

New Bundesliga challenge

The move to Hamburg gives El Ouahdi the opportunity to test himself in Germany’s top flight and take another step forward in his career.

After establishing himself in Belgium and becoming a regular member of Morocco’s senior squad, the Bundesliga represents a new challenge for the right-back.

Hamburg will hope El Ouahdi can reproduce the attacking form that made him one of Genk’s standout players as the Morocco international begins a new chapter in Germany.