Transfer: MC Alger favour loan for rising star Moslem Anatouf

Moslem Anatouf could leave MC Alger on loan ahead of the new season as the club’s management considers a temporary move the best option for the young forward’s development.

The Algerian champions are reshaping their squad before the start of the campaign, with several academy graduates expected to leave.

Among them are Dendaoui, Aïssaoui and Boubetache, while Anatouf appears likely to follow a different path through a season-long loan rather than a permanent departure.

Club officials believe regular first-team football in the Algerian Ligue 1 would provide the experience needed for the promising attacker before he returns to compete for a place at MCA.

The proposal has reportedly received the backing of head coach Khaled Benyahia, who believes the player still needs more competitive experience before becoming a regular member of the senior squad.

Several clubs have already expressed an interest in signing Anatouf, increasing the likelihood that the youngster could spend next season away from the reigning league champions.

MC Alger favour a loan to aid Anatouf’s development

Rather than allowing Anatouf to leave permanently, MC Alger are prioritising a temporary move that would enable him to continue his development while receiving consistent playing time.

The decision reflects the club’s long-term plans for the player.

Although Anatouf remains highly regarded, the coaching staff believe a loan spell would better prepare him for the demands of competing for a place in the MCA first team.

Khaled Benyahia is understood to support that approach, feeling the forward should first gain valuable experience elsewhere before returning to challenge for a regular role.

The strategy allows the club to retain control over the player’s future while giving him the opportunity to continue his progress in Algeria’s top flight.

Several Algerian Ligue 1 clubs interested in Anatouf

Interest in the young attacker has grown, with several clubs reportedly hoping to secure his services on loan.

JS Saoura (JSS), ES Ben Aknoun (ESBA), Olympique Akbou (OA) and JS El Biar (JSEB) have all been linked with moves for the player.

The number of interested clubs reflects the reputation Anatouf has built as one of the country’s promising young talents.

A loan agreement would allow one of those clubs to strengthen its attacking options while providing the player with regular competitive football.

Final decision rests with MC Alger’s management

Despite the growing interest, Anatouf is understood to prefer remaining with the Algerian champions.

The forward would like to continue his journey at MC Alger rather than spend next season elsewhere.

However, the final decision will not rest with the player alone.

According to the information available, MCA president Hadj Redjem and the club’s management will determine the next step in Anatouf’s career after considering both the player’s wishes and the club’s sporting plans.

With preparations for the new season continuing, a decision on the proposed loan move is expected once discussions between the club and interested teams progress further.

For now, the preferred option remains a temporary departure that would allow Anatouf to gain valuable experience before returning to MC Alger in the future.