Ismaël Kandouss Renaissance Berkane Scouting Report
Ismaël Kandouss
Quick Answer
Kandouss is a 28-year-old Morocco international centre-back who joined Renaissance Berkane in the summer of 2025 after moving from Union Saint-Gilloise to KAA Gent. He was a regular starter at Gent in 2023-24 with 49 appearances and 2 goals, but fell out of the squad in his final season and was loaned to Saudi Arabia. The Berkane move is notable as his first spell in Moroccan football; at 1.93m he carries a clear edge in aerial and physical duels.
Player Info Card
| Full name | Ismaël Kandouss |
| Date of birth | 12 November 1997 |
| Age | 28 |
| Place of birth | Morocco |
| Nationality | Morocco / France |
| Main position | Centre-Back |
| Shirt number | 27 |
| Current club | Renaissance Berkane (2026-27 Botola Pro squad) |
| Contract status | 30 June 2027 |
Career History
| Period | Club | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 yazı | Renaissance Berkane | See club career note above |
| 2024-25 sezonu | Renaissance Berkane | See club career note above |
| 25 Ağustos 2025 | Renaissance Berkane | See club career note above |
Ismaël Kandouss moved from KAA Gent to Renaissance Berkane on 25 August 2025 for a fee of roughly €500,000 and signed a two-year deal. His contract runs through 30 June 2027. Despite having represented the Morocco national team, this is his first time playing in the Moroccan domestic league.
Playing Style and Assessment
At 1.93m he offers a strong physical base for a classic centre-back. Two seasons of regular football in the Belgian league points to someone used to a European tempo. Falling out of the squad and going out on loan in his final Gent season can be read as a factor that increases his motivation to become a regular starter again at Berkane.
Strengths
- European league experience — Two seasons of regular football in Belgium’s Jupiler Pro League points to an ability to adapt to different tactical cultures.
- Physical profile — At 1.93m, he offers a clear edge in aerial duels and inside the box.
- National-team experience — Having represented the Morocco national team points to performing under top-level pressure.
Areas for Development
- Lack of recent minutes — Falling out of the squad and going on loan in the 2024-25 season at Gent raises a question mark over form and rhythm.
- New to the Moroccan league — Playing in the Botola Pro for the first time in his career may require an adaptation period to a different tempo and physicality.
Level Within Botola Pro
Verdict: A first-team centre-back candidate at Botola Pro level; his European and national-team background is a strong reference, though his final-season form at Gent is a risk factor worth monitoring.
Sporting Director’s Note
| Current level | Botola Pro ilk 11 seviyesi, Avrupa deneyimli profil |
| Primary role | Centre-Back |
| Transfer cost | Insufficient data |
| Main strength | European league experience |
| Main risk | Lack of recent minutes |
| Scouting verdict | Canlı izleme yap |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Ismaël Kandouss? A 28-year-old centre-back who moved from KAA Gent to Renaissance Berkane and has represented the Morocco national team.
What position does Ismaël Kandouss play? Centre-back, wearing the number 27 shirt.
What was Ismaël Kandouss’s transfer fee? He reportedly moved from KAA Gent for roughly €500,000 (Yahoo Sports/OneFootball).
Sources and Methodology
This report was compiled by cross-referencing Transfermarkt, publicly available club and league records, Wikipedia, and accessible football data platforms. Tactical commentary and level projections reflect GegenSports editorial analysis. Because official statistical coverage in Botola Pro is more limited than in major European leagues, some advanced metrics are unavailable — this is stated explicitly in the text rather than estimated.
- Transfermarkt — Renaissance de Berkane squad page (verein/37176, 2026-27 current squad, detailed table)
- Yahoo Sports / OneFootball — Gent defender departs for Moroccan champions RS Berkane
