Ziyech Turns the Page on Wydad, Signs for Botafogo

Brazilian club Botafogo have officially confirmed the signing of Morocco international Hakim Ziyech on a deal running until December 2028, following his free departure from Wydad Casablanca.

Deal details

• Free transfer after Ziyech's contract with Wydad expired.
• A three-and-a-half-year deal, through December 2028.
• The player passed his medical before signing.

A strong European career

At 33, Ziyech boasts a rich résumé, highlighted by his run with the Morocco national team at the 2022 World Cup, plus spells at Ajax Amsterdam and Chelsea, before embarking on a new adventure in Brazil.

A quality addition for Botafogo

Botafogo are banking on Ziyech's attacking experience to strengthen their squad in the Brazilian league, relying on his eye for goal and his ability to create chances from wide areas.

Key facts

• Ziyech joins Botafogo until 2028.
• The move came as a free transfer after leaving Wydad.
• The player previously played for Ajax and Chelsea.
• Botafogo hope to benefit from his European experience.