The Return of the “Magician”: Hakim Ziyech Joins Wydad Casablanca!

No, this is not a rumor or a social media fabrication. The move has been officially confirmed by the highly reputable Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano — a global authority in football transfers — through his verified Instagram account. The 32-year-old Moroccan international, currently a free agent after his spell with Al Duhail SC in Qatar, has given his final approval to join the Casablanca-based club.

The deal, set for one season with an option to extend, represents a historic milestone for both Wydad and Moroccan football. Never before has a player of Ziyech’s international stature — a former standout for Chelsea FC, Ajax Amsterdam, and a key figure for the Atlas Lions — chosen to return home at such a point in his career.

This signing is far more than a simple sporting move; it is a powerful symbol — a return to roots by a player who dazzled on European pitches before deciding to place his talent in the service of one of Morocco’s most iconic clubs.

In Casablanca, the announcement sparked an outpouring of excitement. Wydad supporters, eager for a revival after a challenging period, see Ziyech’s arrival as a sign of both sporting and moral renewal. Moroccan football fans across the country have hailed his decision as a patriotic and inspiring gesture that could motivate other stars from the diaspora to follow in his footsteps.

The “Magician’s” homecoming promises to draw global attention to the Botola Pro, bringing unprecedented media exposure and fresh inspiration for a new generation of Moroccan players.

One thing is certain: Moroccan football has just reached a historic turning point, and Wydad Casablanca is preparing to write a new legendary chapter — led by the artistry and vision of Hakim Ziyech.

Translated from Abderrazzak Boussaid’s French article – le7tv