Moroccan players have taken a leading role in Africa’s most valuable footballers list, with Ayoub Bouaddi and Achraf Hakimi both valued at 80 million euros. The latest update reflects the strong impact of World Cup 2026 performances on market values.
What are the key figures?
Why did Moroccan players rise so strongly?
The update highlights how World Cup 2026 boosted the market profile of several African players, especially Moroccan internationals. Bouaddi’s rise to 80 million euros and Hakimi’s steady elite valuation show how club form and tournament performances now combine to shape market worth.
Saibari also stood out after scoring against Brazil, Scotland, and Haiti in the group stage. That kind of output in a major tournament often pushes a player into a higher transfer bracket quickly.
What does this mean for Morocco?
Morocco’s presence with three players in the list underlines the country’s growing influence in global football. The trend also suggests that the national team is producing players who are now viewed as premium assets in the European market.
Bouaddi’s links with Manchester City add another layer to the story, because major transfer interest usually intensifies after a player performs on a big stage. Hakimi’s continued value, meanwhile, shows that established stars can still hold their position when they deliver consistently.
What comes next?
The next stage will be the summer transfer window, where Bouaddi’s future may draw the most attention. If elite clubs make a move, his value could become one of the biggest talking points of the market.
Morocco’s rising profile also creates a wider story for African football, since more players from the region are now entering the global elite valuation bracket. That makes this list more than a ranking; it is a sign of where the continent’s talent is headed.
