ZED complete signing of Marouan Hajjej from Swiss club FC Wil

ZED have announced the signing of Moroccan-French player Marouan Hajjej from Swiss second-tier side FC Wil.

Hajjej can operate as a left winger or striker and has joined ZED to strengthen the squad ahead of the new season. The move had previously been reported by FilGoal.com, which said the club had reached an agreement with the player on a two-and-a-half-year contract.

The 2026-27 campaign will be Hajjej’s latest challenge after a career that has included spells in France and Switzerland. He began with the reserve team of French club Angers before moving to Vevey United in Switzerland. He has also played for Portalban and FC Wil.

Across his career, Hajjej has made 169 appearances in all competitions. He has scored 43 goals and provided five assists during that time, offering ZED an attacking option capable of playing in more than one position.

ZED are coached by Mohamed Shawky, who has been in charge since the start of last season. The club’s latest recruitment is part of its preparations for the new campaign, following a season that included a difficult league campaign and a run to the Egypt Cup final.

Last season, ZED finished second in Group Two of the Egyptian league’s relegation-avoidance phase. The group contained 14 teams. The club also reached fourth place in the Egypt Capital Cup before losing the Egypt Cup final to Pyramids.

The signing of Hajjej gives Shawky’s side further depth in attack as ZED look to build on that campaign. His ability to play on the left flank or through the centre provides the team with an additional option as preparations for the new season continue.

Hajjej arrives in Egypt after spending the latest stage of his career in Switzerland with FC Wil, who compete in the country’s second tier. His previous experience with clubs in both France and Switzerland has now led to a move to ZED, with the agreement set to keep him at the club for two and a half years.