Hakim Ziyech Wydad Casablanca Scouting Report
Hakim Ziyech
Quick Answer
Ziyech played for Chelsea, Ajax and in Morocco’s fourth-place squad at the 2022 World Cup before joining Wydad Casablanca on a free transfer in October 2025 at 33. He produced 8 goals and 2 assists in 12 league matches in the 2025-26 Botola Pro season, becoming one of the club’s most productive players — and clearly its biggest current name.
Player Info Card
| Full name | Hakim Ziyech |
| Date of birth | 19 March 1993 |
| Age | 33 |
| Place of birth | Dronten, Netherlands |
| Nationality | Morocco / Netherlands |
| Main position | Right Winger |
| Shirt number | 7 |
| Current club | Wydad Casablanca (since October 2025) |
| Contract status | 30 June 2027 |
Career History
| Period | Club | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 2016-2020 | Ajax (Netherlands) | Performed at the top level in the Eredivisie and European competitions |
| 2020-2024 | Chelsea (England) | Won major honours including the 2021 UEFA Champions League |
| 2024-2025 | Al-Duhail (Qatar) | Played in the Qatar Stars League, contract ended in summer 2025 |
| October 2025 | Wydad Casablanca | Joined on a free transfer after a spell without a club, signed to 2027 |
Hakim Ziyech was born on 19 March 1993 in Dronten, the Netherlands. After starring for Ajax, he transferred to Chelsea in 2020 and won major honours there, including the 2021 UEFA Champions League. He featured in Morocco’s historic fourth-place squad at the 2022 World Cup. After his contract at Qatar’s Al-Duhail ended in summer 2025, he spent time without a club before joining Wydad Casablanca on a free transfer in October 2025 on a deal to 2027.
Playing Style and Assessment
He offers a right-winger/number-10 hybrid, cutting inside off his weaker foot toward central areas. Long-range shooting, corners and free-kick quality have been signature traits throughout his career. Producing 8 goals in 12 matches in the 2025-26 Botola Pro season shows a player from Europe’s elite can make a direct difference in Botola Pro.
Strengths
- Proven quality at Europe’s elite level — Winning major honours including the UEFA Champions League at Ajax and Chelsea shows he has competed at the highest level throughout his career.
- Immediate output in Botola Pro — Producing 8 goals in 12 league matches in 2025-26 proves he can make a direct difference at the top of the league.
- World Cup experience — Featuring in Morocco’s historic fourth-place squad at the 2022 World Cup shows he has handled the highest level of tournament pressure.
- Shooting and final-pass quality — His long-range shooting and final-pass quality make him the central creative source of the team’s attack.
Areas for Development
- Age profile — At 33, he fits better as a short-to-medium-term star addition than a long-term project.
- Continuity risk — Moving frequently between clubs and leagues in the latter stage of his career means his physical continuity should be monitored.
Level Within Botola Pro
Verdict: One of the undisputed biggest stars of Botola Pro; the central figure of the club’s attacking play.
Sporting Director’s Note
| Current level | Above Botola Pro level, elite European experience |
| Primary role | Right Winger |
| Transfer cost | Insufficient data |
| Main strength | Proven quality at Europe’s elite level |
| Main risk | Age profile |
| Scouting verdict | Sign him immediately |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Hakim Ziyech? A 33-year-old right-winger who played for Chelsea, Ajax and Morocco’s national team, now the star player at Wydad Casablanca.
How many goals has Hakim Ziyech scored at Wydad? He produced 8 goals and 2 assists in 12 league matches in the 2025-26 Botola Pro season.
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 — Wydad Casablanca squad page (verein/6603, current 2026-27 squad, detailed table)
- Wikipedia — Hakim Ziyech
- CAFOnline — report on Ziyech’s transfer to Wydad
