Bidding War Erupts for Azzedine Ounahi as Al-Ittihad and European Clubs Rival Al-Nassr

The summer transfer window has ignited a fierce competition for Moroccan international Azzedine Ounahi, as Al-Nassr faces significant challenges in their attempt to secure the midfielder. Following the departure of Marcelo Brozović, Al-Nassr has identified the 26-year-old Ounahi as a primary target to lead their midfield rebuild. The club is impressed by his technical quality, dribbling ability, and creativity, which were on full display during Morocco’s campaign in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. His performances on the global stage further enhanced his reputation, making him a sought-after talent in the current market. However, Al-Nassr is not alone in their pursuit. European clubs including Ajax, Bologna, and Fiorentina are all showing interest in the Girona player. Girona has set a price tag of approximately €25 million for the midfielder, who remains under contract with the Spanish side. Adding to the complexity of the deal is the interest from Saudi rivals Al-Ittihad, who are monitoring the situation as well. This sets up a potential bidding war between the two Saudi giants. The race for Ounahi has now become one of the most talked-about stories of the window, with Al-Nassr needing to navigate both high financial demands and intense competition from domestic and international suitors to finalize the signing of the Moroccan star to bolster their squad for the upcoming challenges.