Real Madrid are making moves to secure one of the most exciting young talents in Europe. According to Marca, the club has entered into negotiations with Abdellah Ouazane, a 16-year-old standout from Ajax’s youth academy whose contract expires on June 30th.
Ouazane has turned heads this season in his first year as a youth player at Ajax, with his technical quality and attacking creativity earning widespread attention. Real Madrid have been tracking his progress for some time, but they are far from the only ones — several top clubs across Europe are also monitoring his situation closely.
A dual national of Morocco and the Netherlands, Ouazane recently made waves on the international stage. He was named the Best Player at the 2023 U-17 Africa Cup of Nations, where he represented Morocco and played a pivotal role in their campaign. While he previously featured for the Netherlands U-15s, signs point to a future with the Moroccan national team.
Profile: A Creative Attacker With Versatility
Ouazane is known for his flair and intelligence in the final third. Primarily an attacking midfielder, he’s also capable of operating as a second striker or in a more advanced central midfield role. His performances at both club and international level have reinforced his status as one of the brightest prospects in his age group.
Real Madrid’s Youth Strategy
As Marca reports, there has already been direct contact between Real Madrid and the player’s representatives. While no final agreement has been reached, the intention is clear: Los Blancos want to bring Ouazane into their setup — either joining the Juvenil A team or even Real Madrid Castilla, depending on how his development progresses.
The move would be consistent with Real Madrid’s recent youth recruitment policy, which has seen the club aggressively target high-upside prospects from around the world. The aim is to build the next generation of stars, not only for the first team but also for Castilla’s competitive project in Spain’s lower divisions.
