Aymen Barkok Raja Casablanca Scouting Report
Aymen Barkok
Quick Answer
Barkok is a 28-year-old Moroccan-German midfielder, born in Germany, who came through Eintracht Frankfurt’s academy and won the 2018 DFB-Pokal. After gaining Bundesliga experience at Mainz 05 and Schalke, he joined Raja Casablanca on a free transfer in January 2026 without a fee. He is a versatile profile capable of playing both central and attacking midfield.
Player Info Card
| Full name | Aymen Barkok |
| Date of birth | 21 May 1998 |
| Age | 28 |
| Place of birth | Germany |
| Nationality | Morocco / Germany |
| Main position | Attacking Midfielder |
| Shirt number | 6 |
| Current club | Raja Casablanca (2026-27 Botola Pro squad) |
| Contract status | 30 June 2028 |
Career History
| Period | Club | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Eintracht Frankfurt altyapısı | Raja Casablanca | See club career note above |
| 2022 yazı | Raja Casablanca | See club career note above |
| Schalke 04 | Raja Casablanca | See club career note above |
| 7 Ocak 2026 | Raja Casablanca | See club career note above |
Aymen Barkok was born in Germany, came through Eintracht Frankfurt’s academy, and won the 2018 DFB-Pokal (German Cup) with the club. After gaining Bundesliga experience at Mainz 05 and Schalke 04, he joined Raja Casablanca as a free agent from Schalke on 7 January 2026. He has represented the Morocco national team. His contract runs through 30 June 2028.
Playing Style and Assessment
Having played across central midfield, attacking midfield, and box-to-box roles in the Bundesliga points to tactical versatility. As a player developed in Germany, his ball retention under pressure and passing tempo are expected to sit above the Botola Pro average. His first season in Botola Pro will need to be watched for physical and climate adaptation.
Strengths
- Bundesliga experience — Having played for Eintracht Frankfurt, Mainz 05, and Schalke 04 shows he has competed at a top-tier European league level.
- Tactical versatility — Able to play central midfield, attacking midfield, and box-to-box, giving the coaching staff rotation flexibility.
- National team experience — Having played for the Morocco national team shows he is used to big-match pressure.
Areas for Development
- New to Botola Pro — Having joined in January 2026, his adaptation to the physical and climate conditions of Moroccan football is still ongoing.
- Continuity in his career — Moving between several clubs in Europe raises a question mark over building long-term stability at one club.
Level Within Botola Pro
Verdict: A first-choice attacking midfielder at Botola Pro level; his Bundesliga experience could raise the squad’s tactical quality ceiling.
Sporting Director’s Note
| Current level | Bundesliga seviyesi |
| Primary role | Attacking Midfielder |
| Transfer cost | Insufficient data |
| Main strength | Bundesliga experience |
| Main risk | New to Botola Pro |
| Scouting verdict | Hemen temasa geç |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Aymen Barkok? A 28-year-old Moroccan-German midfielder who came through Eintracht Frankfurt’s academy, gained Bundesliga experience, and joined Raja Casablanca in January 2026.
What position does Aymen Barkok play? Attacking midfield, central midfield, and box-to-box roles.
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 — Raja Club Athletic squad page (verein/2068, 2026-27 current squad, detailed table)
- Wikipedia — player profile and career history
