Youssef En-Nesyri nears landmark as Sevilla FC’s legendary goal-scorers beckon

Youssef En-Nesyri’s prowess on the pitch continues to reverberate within the footballing world as the Moroccan international inches closer to etching his name into the annals of Sevilla FC’s storied history. Following his pivotal goal against Las Palmas in a resolute 2-0 victory during the 31st day of La Liga, En-Nesyri finds himself on the cusp of an illustrious milestone, poised to join the revered ranks of the Andalusian club’s top scorers.

The Andalusian striker’s ascent among Sevilla FC’s elite came to fruition on Sunday, April 14, as his tally surged, firmly establishing him as the club’s sixth highest foreign goal-scorer of the 21st century.

With a remarkable 68 goals to his credit in 189 appearances for the Rouge et Blanc, En-Nesyri eclipsed the likes of Gameiro, positioning himself a mere two goals shy of matching the formidable Wissam Ben Yedder’s tally of 70.

In the pantheon of foreign goal-scoring prowess at Sevilla FC, En-Nesyri’s trajectory places him in esteemed company

. Leading the charge is the indomitable Omar Kanouté, whose legendary status is underscored by an impressive haul of 136 goals, followed closely by Luis Fabiano with 107 goals, Sócrates with 90 goals, and Lautaro Acosta with 84 goals.

Yet, En-Nesyri’s ambitions extend beyond the confines of the present accolades. With a keen eye on history, the 26-year-old Atlas Lion sets his sights on joining the exclusive cohort of Sevilla FC’s top ten all-time scorers

. At the pinnacle of this hierarchy stands Campanal with 217 goals, trailed by Arza with 206 and Araujo with 159.

As the current season unfolds, En-Nesyri’s impact remains palpable, with 14 goals and a crucial assist under his belt in 33 appearances across all competitions.

His journey towards greatness not only underscores his individual brilliance but also embodies the relentless pursuit of excellence that defines Sevilla FC’s storied legacy on the footballing stage.