Yassir Zabiri Joins Stade Rennais: Morocco’s U20 World Champion Lands in Ligue 1

Stade Rennais is pursuing an ambitious winter transfer window by signing Yassir Zabiri, one of the most promising talents to emerge from the Mohammed VI Academy. Originally from Marrakech, the 20-year-old center-forward arrives in Brittany to strengthen an attacking unit affected by Kader Meïté’s recent departure to Saudi Arabia. Partly financed by the record sale of Jérémy Jacquet to Liverpool, this recruitment reflects Rennes’ determination to invest in high-potential young players, following the successful integration of compatriots such as Abdelhamid Aït Boudlal.

On Bladi.net : Yassir Zabiri, top scorer and world champion, interests a major French club

Yassir Zabiri’s career took on a major international dimension last October at the U20 World Cup. A true driving force for the Young Atlas Lions, the Marrakech-born striker finished as the competition’s top scorer with five goals, notably scoring a decisive brace in the final against Argentina. His technical performances and early maturity in Portugal, where he played for Famalicão, convinced the Breton club’s directors to beat the competition, particularly from Saudi club Al-Ittihad.

On Bladi.net : Yassir Zabiri knocks on the door of Walid Regragui

For the player trained in the shadow of Marrakech’s ramparts, this move to Ligue 1 represents a crucial step in his development toward the highest level of European football. Yassir Zabiri spoke of the decisive influence of his conversations with Nayef Aguerd and his childhood friend Abdelhamid Aït Boudlal on his final decision. Although he was not selected for the 2025 AFCON held at home, the new Rennes striker now aims to establish himself in France and earn a place in Walid Regragui’s squad for the 2026 World Cup.