Soufiane Benjdida’s Wydad Transfer Prediction Clouded by Al Ahly Salary
A winter transfer to Wydad Casablanca appears increasingly unlikely for Moroccan striker Soufiane Benjdida, despite reports linking him with a return to the Botola Pro. The main obstacles are the absence of an official approach and the financial cost of securing a player currently contracted to Egypt’s Al Ahly.
Speculation had suggested that Wydad could seek to bring Benjdida back to Morocco on loan during the January transfer window. However, a report by Moroccan outlet Elbotola, citing a source close to the club, said Wydad have ruled out pursuing the forward at this stage. The source added that Benjdida is not among the players currently being targeted.
No confirmed approach from Wydad
The distinction between transfer rumours and concrete negotiations is important. While a potential loan has been discussed in the media, there is no indication that Wydad have submitted a formal offer to Al Ahly or opened official talks over the player.
That leaves the proposed move at the level of speculation rather than an active transfer operation. Wydad may still reassess their options as the window approaches, but the information currently available does not point to Benjdida being a priority signing.
For supporters, the situation is a reminder that reported interest does not necessarily mean a deal is close. Clubs often monitor several players before deciding which targets fit their sporting plans and budgets. A move can also be complicated by a player’s contract, salary and willingness to change teams.
Al Ahly wages could prove decisive
Benjdida’s salary at Al Ahly is reportedly the biggest financial concern. Egyptian media figure Ahmed Shobair has suggested that the forward’s wages could make a loan difficult, even if Al Ahly were open to allowing him to leave temporarily.
A loan agreement does not automatically make a transfer affordable. The clubs would still need to decide who pays the player’s salary, whether any loan fee applies and how bonuses or other contractual costs would be handled. If Wydad were expected to cover most or all of Benjdida’s wages, the commitment could be beyond what the Moroccan club considers sustainable.
That challenge reflects a wider issue for clubs across the region: ambitious recruitment has to be balanced against financial realities. A player may be attractive on the pitch, but a transfer only makes sense if the full cost fits the club’s budget and wage structure. Taking on an expensive contract can limit a team’s ability to strengthen other positions during the same window.
What the transfer prediction means for Benjdida
Based on the reports so far, the most realistic prediction is that Benjdida will not join Wydad in January unless the financial conditions change significantly. A breakthrough might require Al Ahly to contribute to his wages, Benjdida to accept a lower salary, or Wydad to secure additional funds. None of those possibilities has been confirmed.
For now, the lack of an official approach is as significant as the reported salary barrier. Without negotiations between the clubs, there is no clear sign that either side is working toward a loan deal. Wydad could turn to a more affordable alternative, while Benjdida may remain with Al Ahly or consider other opportunities if his role at the Egyptian club changes.
Any future move would also depend on sporting considerations. Wydad would need to decide whether Benjdida fits their tactical needs, and the player would have to weigh the prospect of regular playing time against the financial and professional terms of a potential transfer.
Wydad may look elsewhere in the winter window
If Wydad are seeking more attacking options, the club may focus on players whose wages and transfer conditions are easier to manage. A loan could still be part of their recruitment strategy, but affordability, availability and the player’s expected contribution would likely shape the final decision.
Benjdida’s name may continue to feature in transfer coverage because of his Moroccan background and the appeal of a return to domestic football. Yet, unless there is new information from the clubs or the player’s representatives, reports of a Wydad move should be treated cautiously.
Current transfer outlook: Benjdida’s move to Wydad looks improbable for the winter window. There is reportedly no official bid, and his Al Ahly salary could make a loan financially difficult for the Moroccan side.
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