Wydad Casablanca’s talented left-back, Yahya Attiyat-Allah, is reportedly on the verge of joining FK Sochi, a prominent club in the Russian Premier Liga. Russian sports media outlets, including “Sport Express,” “Sports.ru,” and “championat.com,” have indicated that FK Sochi is prepared to activate Attiyat-Allah’s release clause, a sum amounting to €500,000, in a bid to secure the services of the Moroccan international.
This development follows a month of expressed interest from the Russian club in the seasoned defender, whose market value is estimated at €2.5 million according to the reputable “Transfermarkt” site specializing in player transfers.
The potential addition of Yahya Attiyat-Allah is seen as a strategic move by Futbolny Klub Sotchi to reinforce their squad, currently positioned at the bottom of the Russian football championship with 11 points in 18 matches.
Tracing his football journey, the 28-year-old, hailing from OC Safi, ventured to Volos FC in Greece for a six-month stint in 2019 before returning to Morocco.
He subsequently signed a contract spanning several seasons with Wydad Casablanca, where he has showcased his defensive prowess.
Yahya Attiyat-Allah’s international experience includes 18 appearances for the Moroccan football team, notably contributing in 6 matches during the 2022 World Cup.
As negotiations unfold between the clubs, football enthusiasts await official confirmation of this potential transfer that could mark a significant chapter in Yahya Attiyat-Allah’s career.
