Hakim Ziyech's Departure from Wydad AC
Hakim Ziyech, the former Chelsea and Ajax star, has officially confirmed his exit from Wydad AC after a brief and tumultuous season in Morocco. The Dutch-born Moroccan international made his move to Wydad in October 2025, just a few months following his release from Al-Duhail SC in Qatar. This transfer marked a significant milestone in Ziyech's career as it was his first experience playing in Morocco, which generated considerable enthusiasm among fans who were eager to see him team up with notable players like South African talent Thembinkosi Lorch and former French international Wissam Ben Yedder.
However, reports from Africa Foot indicate that Ziyech's decision to leave the Botola Pro 1 team is closely tied to the recent departure of Wydad's president, Hicham Aït Menna. A source familiar with the situation revealed that the 33-year-old has officially communicated his intent to leave the club, stating that the initial vision that attracted him to Wydad was primarily tied to Aït Menna's leadership. The source further mentioned that Ziyech is unwilling to participate in the club's uncertain transitional phase as they search for a new president.
Future Prospects for Ziyech
Looking ahead, Ziyech appears to prefer a return to the Eredivisie, expressing a desire to continue his career in the Netherlands rather than considering offers from leagues in Saudi Arabia or Qatar. His performance during the 2025/26 season was somewhat limited, as he made only 13 appearances, scoring eight goals and providing two assists over a total of 843 minutes of play. Notably, he missed the first month of the season while regaining his fitness, which impacted his contributions to the team.
Throughout the season, Ziyech's involvement fluctuated, and he often found himself on the sidelines, including a mere 12 minutes of playing time alongside Lorch in a 1-0 victory over AS Maniema Union during the CAF Confederation Cup. As he prepares for the next chapter of his career, fans and analysts alike will be keen to see where this talented midfielder lands next.
As reported by soccerladuma.co.za.
