Morocco defender Achraf Dari bids emotional farewell to Kalmar FF after loan spell

Moroccan defender Achraf Dari has officially brought his loan spell at Kalmar FF to an end, expressing heartfelt gratitude to the club following a memorable stint in Swedish football.

Dari joined Kalmar FF from Al Ahly during the winter transfer window on a loan deal that ran until the end of the 2025/26 season.

As his time in Sweden came to a close, the Moroccan international took to Instagram to thank everyone associated with the club for their support and warmth throughout his stay.

The centre-back reserved special praise for the fans, his teammates, and members of the technical and medical staff, acknowledging the role they played in helping him settle quickly into a new environment.

According to Dari, the welcoming atmosphere at Kalmar FF made his transition seamless and allowed him to feel at home from the moment he arrived.

The former Wydad Casablanca star explained that he was embraced as part of the club’s family, which helped him adapt both professionally and personally during his time in Sweden.

Dari also reflected on the value of the experience, describing his spell in Swedish football as an important chapter in his career.

The defender noted that the opportunity to play in a different football culture helped him grow as a player and provided lessons that extended beyond the pitch.

He stressed that the memories he created during his time with Kalmar FF would remain with him for years to come, highlighting the positive impact the club had on his development.

Despite returning from his loan spell, Dari made it clear that his connection with the Swedish side will endure.

The Moroccan international wished the club success in future competitions and revealed that he would continue following their progress as a loyal supporter.

His departure marks the end of a brief but meaningful chapter in Sweden, where he gained valuable experience while representing one of the country’s respected clubs.

Attention will now turn to the next stage of Dari’s career as he prepares to return to Al Ahly, with the defender hoping to build on the experience acquired during his time at Kalmar FF and continue his development at both club and international level.