The young Moroccan forward Gessime Yassine, aged 20, has been making waves at RC Strasbourg since joining the club this winter from USL Dunkerque for around €7 million. Despite limited game time in Ligue 1 (75 minutes over eight matches, with no goals or assists yet), his explosive performances in the Coupe de France have caught the attention of Europe’s biggest clubs — notably FC Barcelona.
Delivering a standout performance in the Coupe de France quarter-final against Stade de Reims (2-1 win on March 3, 2026), where he dominated the Reims defense and earned a FotMob rating of 8.2 despite receiving a yellow card, Yassine showcased exceptional technical ability. Having played the full 90 minutes in that crucial match, he also impressed in the Round of 16 against Monaco (3-1) and in the Europa Conference League knockout round against Rijeka, confirming his potential as a versatile right winger.
According to Media Foot, Deco and Barcelona’s scouting department are closely monitoring the progress of the player, who is under contract with Strasbourg until 2030. The Catalan club has already made inquiries through his entourage, though no formal offer has been submitted yet. His promising start, including an assist against Marseille and a starting appearance at Auxerre, positions him as one of Strasbourg’s brightest long-term prospects with a rapid adaptation to top-flight football.
Having played 244 minutes across all competitions this 2025/2026 season (3 starts, 1 yellow card), Gessime Yassine, born November 22, 2005, in Salon-de-Provence and already a Moroccan international, could be preparing for a major career leap in 2026 — perhaps even to FC Barcelona — if his meteoric rise continues. Strasbourg is counting on his pace and smooth technique to shine in both Ligue 1 and European competitions.