Dutch side Feyenoord sign Morocco U17 striker Adnan El Boujjoufi

Feyenoord Rotterdam have officially completed the signing of Morocco U17 international Adnan El Boujjoufi, with the young striker penning a contract that runs until June 2029.

The 16-year-old forward joins from the academy of Go Ahead Eagles, where he rapidly established himself as one of the most promising attacking talents in Dutch youth football.

El Boujjoufi’s performances this season have underlined his growing reputation. He registered four goals in 12 league appearances for the Go Ahead Eagles U17 side, showcasing consistency and sharp finishing ability in front of goal.

On the international stage, he has also impressed for Morocco U17, scoring four goals in just three appearances and further highlighting his efficiency at the youth level.

At Feyenoord, El Boujjoufi is expected to initially link up with the U19 squad as part of a structured development plan designed to gradually integrate him into senior football.

Described as a powerful and clinical striker, he has built a reputation within Dutch youth circles as a natural goal scorer, combining physical strength with strong positioning and instinctive finishing inside the box.

The move represents a significant step in his young career, with Feyenoord reportedly winning competition from several interested clubs who had been monitoring his rapid rise.

His arrival also reflects the continued emergence of Moroccan talent in European academies, particularly in the Netherlands, where clubs have increasingly focused on identifying and developing promising young players early.

Feyenoord view the signing as a long-term investment, with confidence that El Boujjoufi can progress through the ranks and eventually make the step up to senior football in the coming years.