Barcelona consider move to bring back Abdessamad Ezzalzouli

Barcelona are assessing the possibility of re-signing former academy winger Abdessamad Ezzalzouli as the club evaluates its attacking options for the future.

The Moroccan international, who began his professional journey within Barcelona’s youth system, has re-emerged on the club’s radar following an impressive spell in Andalusia with Real Betis.

His performances this season have drawn renewed attention from the Catalan side’s sporting department, which continues to track his development closely.

Ezzalzouli’s name has reportedly surfaced repeatedly in internal discussions at Barcelona as uncertainty surrounds the long-term situation of Marcus Rashford.

With the club considering several potential attacking solutions, the former Barcelona winger is viewed as one of the options that could strengthen their forward line in the coming seasons.

Barcelona may also hold a financial advantage should they decide to pursue a return for the 24-year-old. When Ezzalzouli left the club, a clause was included that allows Barcelona to retain 20% of the rights to any future resale.

That arrangement could potentially make negotiations easier and reduce the cost of bringing the player back compared with other targets currently on the market.

The clause gives Barcelona a strategic position if interest in the winger continues to grow across Europe. Rather than competing on equal financial terms with other clubs, the Catalan side would benefit from a mechanism already tied to the player’s transfer history.

Ezzalzouli’s rise this season has been notable. After settling into life in Andalusia, he has become an influential figure and a regular presence in attack. His performances have highlighted the progress he has made since departing Barcelona.

That represents a marked contrast to his earlier spell at the club, where opportunities were limited and he struggled to secure a consistent role in the first team.

Now, with his career revitalised and his reputation strengthened, Barcelona are once again keeping a close eye on the winger’s progress as they plan for the future.