After his experience in Italy, Moroccan Oussama El Azzouzi wants to have a new experience in France. | OneFootball

After his experience in Italy, Moroccan Oussama El Azzouzi wants to have a new experience in France.

In a surprising turn of events, Moroccan international midfielder Oussama El Azzouzi is finalizing a one-year loan deal to join French Ligue 2 side Auxerre from Bologna—without a purchase option. However, what makes this transfer truly remarkable isn’t just the paperwork; it’s the player’s personal sacrifice.

El Azzouzi, 23, has agreed to a significant pay cut to secure his exit from the Italian club and prioritize playing time over financial gain. A source close to the player revealed to Africafoot that the young midfielder made this decision purely out of sporting ambition.

"Oussama didn’t hesitate," the insider shared. "He wanted a serious project where he could regain his best form after a challenging season disrupted by injury. Money was never an obstacle—his focus is entirely on getting back to his peak performance."

This move underscores El Azzouzi’s determination to revive his career, even if it means stepping down a division. Will this gamble pay off? One thing’s certain: his commitment has already won admiration.