Former Wydad president Baranaki extends support to Ittihad Lfkih Ben Salah amid calls for leadership role
Abdelmajid Baranaki, the former president of Wydad Athletic Club’s executive office, has provided significant financial support to his hometown team, Ittihad Lfkih Ben Salah.
The team, currently competing in the Moroccan amateur second division, received this aid to help the management settle player salaries.
Baranaki’s gesture has been met with widespread approval within the region, prompting calls for him to take on the presidency of the club.
Supporters and local figures believe his extensive experience, particularly his tenure as vice president and interim president of Wydad during Saïd Naciri’s legal troubles, would be invaluable.
Baranaki’s resignation from Wydad’s executive office came after immense pressure from both the club’s management and its fans, who questioned his ability to navigate the post-Naciri era.
Despite this, his commitment to football and his hometown has remained steadfast.
As Baranaki considers the community’s calls for leadership, his potential return to a presidential role could mark a new chapter for Ittihad Lfkih Ben Salah, leveraging his past experiences to steer the club towards success.
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