Moroccan centre-forward Kamal Rizq of Italian Serie D side Pistoiese is being linked with a summer switch to Alessandria as uncertainty grows over his contractual situation with the Tuscan club.
The 33-year-old, who was born in Casablanca and wears the No 9 shirt for Pistoiese, is listed with no fixed contract expiry date, prompting speculation he could be allowed to leave as a free agent if an agreement is not reached. Transfermarkt currently values the right-footed striker at €75,000, a figure seen as accessible for clubs looking to add experienced firepower.
Rizq, who stands at 1.87m, has been leading the line in Girone D of Serie D, where Pistoiese are attempting to rebuild after recent struggles in the Italian pyramid. The reported interest from Alessandria – themselves seeking stability after a turbulent spell away from the higher professional tiers – comes at a time when both clubs are reshaping their squads for next season.
While the probability of the move is still listed as “?” on the transfer rumour index, Italian reports suggest Alessandria are closely monitoring his recent performances in Serie D. In Pistoiese’s latest outing in early June 2026 against a fellow Girone D opponent, Rizq led the attack in a tight league contest, contributing with his hold-up play and aerial presence in a low-scoring draw that underlined his target-man profile, even if he did not find the net.
Rizq has spent recent seasons in the Italian lower leagues after developing into a traditional centre-forward capable of operating as the focal point in attack. With his market value modest by professional standards and his contract situation unclear, Alessandria are thought to see an opportunity either to negotiate a cut-price fee or move quickly should he become a free agent.
If the transfer materialises, a switch to Alessandria could offer Rizq one final significant chapter in Italy, with the chance to enhance his reputation as a reliable veteran forward and potentially push for a return to the professional ranks.
