Moroccan striker Ayoub El Kaabi, who garnered significant attention following a remarkable season with Olympiakos, has made a decisive move regarding his future.
After a stellar season with Olympiakos, where he played 50 matches, scored 33 goals, and provided 3 assists, El Kaabi became a hot commodity in the transfer market.
The Moroccan international, who has 46 caps and 25 goals for his country, was at the center of numerous transfer speculations this summer.
With his contract at Olympiakos coming to an end, several clubs expressed keen interest in securing his services.
Offers came flooding in from various quarters, with significant interest from Saudi Arabian clubs. Renowned media outlet Hespress and journalist Yagiz Samboudzooglu reported that several Saudi clubs were vying for his signature, offering lucrative deals.
European clubs were also in the mix, with Lyon and Fenerbahçe reportedly showing interest in the prolific striker. Olympiakos themselves were keen to retain El Kaabi, presenting him with an extension offer.
Despite the allure of high salaries from the Gulf, El Kaabi has chosen to continue his journey with Olympiakos.
Sources close to the player have confirmed that he has decided to stay in Piraeus for at least one more season. Yagiz Samboudzooglu has indicated that El Kaabi is likely to sign a two-year extension with the Greek giants.
This new deal will reportedly see him earn around 2.5 million euros per season, a substantial figure, although not as high as the offers from Saudi Arabia.
El Kaabi’s decision to stay with Olympiakos highlights his commitment to the club and his desire to build on the success achieved last season.
His performances were instrumental in Olympiakos’ triumph in the Europa Conference League, adding another prestigious title to his career.
The Moroccan forward’s choice also reflects his preference for competitive European football over the financial incentives offered by the Gulf.
By remaining in Greece, El Kaabi aims to continue competing at a high level and further enhance his reputation in European football.
El Kaabi’s journey has been one of consistent growth and impressive achievements. Starting his career at Wydad Casablanca, he quickly made a name for himself as a potent goal-scorer.
His move to Olympiakos marked a significant step up, and he has not disappointed, delivering standout performances that have attracted attention from top clubs across the globe.
With his future now settled, Ayoub El Kaabi will focus on preparing for the upcoming season with Olympiakos.
Fans of the Greek club will undoubtedly be thrilled by his decision to stay, anticipating more goals and match-winning displays from their star striker.
As he looks ahead to the new season, El Kaabi remains a key player for both Olympiakos and the Moroccan national team, ready to add more chapters to his already impressive footballing story.
🚨 El Kaabi va rester à l’Olympiacos !!!
Malgré l’intérêt de nombreux clubs en Europe, le marocain aurait signé une prolongation de contrat avec les grecs pour 2 ans ! Avec un salaire annuel de près de 2,5 millions d’euros.
Le joueur est actuellement en préparation aux… pic.twitter.com/NkYK862E9D
— TIKITAKA MAROC (@TikiTaka_Maroc) July 17, 2024
