The future of Moroccan international Naif Aguerd at Olympique Marseille is open to all possibilities, as the French club's management has listed the Moroccan defender among the names that could leave the team during the current summer transfer window, despite having only joined from West Ham United last season.
French media reports have revealed that the injury suffered by Aïssa Mandi last season, which kept him sidelined for a considerable period, along with Marseille's plans to restructure their squad ahead of the new season, have prompted the club's management to reassess their position on the player. As a result, he has become one of the players potentially available for transfer should a suitable financial offer arrive, with a valuation set at around €15 million.
In light of this development, attention is turning to the Gulf leagues, which have shown a clear interest in signing the Moroccan defender. Several clubs from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE are closely following his situation, benefiting from his extensive experience on the international stage, along with his impressive record in European leagues.
Al Sadd SC tops the list of clubs interested in signing Achraf Hakimi, having entered negotiations with Marseille's management in recent weeks. However, discussions have not reached an agreement due to the French club's insistence on its financial terms, prompting Al Sadd's management to explore other alternatives while keeping the option to reopen talks should new developments arise.
Sources close to Marseille indicate that other Gulf clubs are watching the player's situation while awaiting the French club's final decision, especially since Aké's contract runs for several more seasons. However, the existence of a clause allowing his departure for around €15 million could facilitate the deal once all parties reach an agreement.
Despite the increasing interest from Gulf clubs, the option to continue his journey within the European continent remains viable, should any club present an offer that meets Marseille's demands and the player's aspirations. The player maintains a strong position in the European market thanks to his previous experiences in France, England, and Spain.
The coming weeks are set to determine the future of Nayef Aguerd, as Gulf offers compete with the possibility of him continuing in Europe. Meanwhile, the Moroccan defender continues to solidify his status as one of the standout defenders for the "Atlas Lions" and a key pillar in the national team.
