International Moroccan striker Youssef En-Nesyri faces an uncertain future with Al-Ittihad Saudi Club, as Saudi media reports have revealed new developments regarding his situation with the club after a short period that did not meet the hoped-for success since joining “The Tigers” in last winter’s transfer window.
Saudi sports critic Mohammed Al-Bakiri indicated that one of the clubs in the “Roshn” League has entered initial negotiations with Al-Ittihad’s management to acquire the 28-year-old striker on loan during the upcoming summer transfer period.
These moves come amid dissatisfaction among “The Dean” fans with what “The Atlantic Lion” has offered. He was brought in to fill the gap left by the French Karim Benzema, but his experience did not receive the required appreciation in the stands of the Jewel of the East.
The stats Youssef En-Nesyri achieved with Al-Ittihad Saudi since his arrival from Turkish club Fenerbahçe confirm his struggle with offensive efficiency, as he scored only seven goals in the matches he played wearing Al-Ittihad’s jersey.
Official statistics indicate that this rate is far from his usual numbers on Spanish fields, especially with Sevilla, where he played 196 games, scored 73 goals, and won two Europa League titles.
This discrepancy explains the dissatisfaction dominating Al-Ittihad fans towards the striker, whose market value once reached 40 million euros.
Observers also believe that the player’s potential loan move within the “Roshn” League could be a lifeline for him to regain his scoring touch away from the pressures of Jeddah, especially since he remains a key figure in the Moroccan national team as the first player to score in two consecutive World Cup editions and with 20 international goals.
The sports circles are awaiting the outcomes of the coming days to decide En-Nesyri’s destination, who holds a valid contract with Al-Ittihad, yet the impending “summer axe” threatens his continuation with “The Tigers” amidst the club’s desire to inject new blood capable of returning the team to winning trophies.
Meanwhile, Youssef En-Nesyri’s future with Al-Ittihad Saudi remains pending, awaiting final decisions from the club management and interested clubs, making it one of the most anticipated cases in the summer transfer market.
