Wydad Casablanca faces transfer rumors and salary challenges

Speculation regarding Riyad Mahrez's future has linked the Algerian international to Wydad Casablanca following his departure from Al Ahly. While reports suggested an intermediary might have proposed the former Manchester City player to the Moroccan club, no formal negotiations have taken place. Mahrez addressed the rumors directly on social media, using a “no” emoji to dismiss the potential move to Casablanca.

Wydad Casablanca faces significant financial and competitive hurdles in pursuing the forward. The club is reportedly assessing the feasibility of such a transfer, but must compete with interest from AS Roma and various clubs in the Saudi Pro League, which possess greater financial resources.

Separately, Wydad Casablanca is also managing internal financial pressures regarding the contract of Hakim Ziyech. The Moroccan international's salary, estimated between €80,000 and €100,000 per month, has become a central point of discussion for the club's new management as they attempt to balance star talent with financial sustainability.