Barcelona targets Azzedine Ounahi after De Jong injury
Barcelona is reportedly considering Moroccan midfielder Azzedine Ounahi as a replacement for Frenkie de Jong, who faces months out with a knee injury.
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Moroccan midfielder Azzedine Ounahi has emerged as a target for Barcelona, according to media reports, as the Spanish club seeks to fill the gap left by Dutch midfielder Frenkie de Jong, who is set to miss several months due to a knee ligament injury.
The Spanish TV program "El Chiringuito" reported that Barcelona is considering signing Ounahi to compensate for De Jong's absence following his recent injury.
According to the report, the Girona player has attracted interest from several clubs, but he has yet to make a decision about his future.
Barcelona's interest comes amid growing speculation over the Moroccan international's future, with reports suggesting he could leave Girona, following his standout performances during Morocco's run to the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup.
Meanwhile, transfer news specialist Fabrizio Romano previously reported that Ajax Amsterdam has entered official talks to sign Ounahi, while other reports indicate that Saudi club Al-Ittihad has also begun negotiations for the Moroccan midfielder.
Ounahi, 26, has played for Girona since 2025, having previously represented French clubs Angers and Marseille, as well as spending a loan spell with Greek side Panathinaikos.