Real Madrid targets Abdellah Ouazane

Real Madrid is targeting a promising young talent playing for Morocco's youth team. Abdellah Ouazane, the young star of the Morocco U-17 national team, plays for Dutch giants Ajax.

The Spanish club has entered into talks with Ajax Amsterdam to sign Abdellah Ouazane, and there is optimism that the deal will close. Ouazane is a 16-year-old Moroccan player, born on January 15, 2009, in Amsterdam. He plays as a midfielder and attacking midfielder. He has made 19 appearances for Ajax's youth team this season, proving his worth by scoring six goals and providing one assist, according to Transfermarkt.

Ouazane also led his country, Morocco, to the U-17 Africa Cup of Nations title in April. He particularly shone at the tournament, winning the Best Player award and receiving high praise for his technical ability and creativity.

EDITOR NOTE: This article is translated from the original written in French by Ablam Gnamesso for Pan-Africa Football.