The summer 2025 transfer window still holds surprises, notably with the imminent return of Reda Slim to AS FAR Rabat after a mixed experience at Al Ahly. The Moroccan player, who had limited playing time in Egypt (only 9 appearances last season), chose to return to a familiar environment where he hopes to regain playing time and revive his career. The deal is finalized as a loan with a purchase option of €700,000, supported by a financial sharing agreement between the two clubs: AS FAR will cover 45% of his salary, about €400,000, while Al Ahly will cover the rest. This long-awaited departure also reflects the player’s wishes, who declined several other offers, including from Wydad Casablanca and RS Berkane.
Meanwhile, the situation of Zineddine Derrag at Montpellier Hérault Sport Club (MHSC) remains discreet despite an active transfer window overall at the club. After several departures and arrivals, including the acquisition of young talents like Simon Ngapandouetnbu and Alexandre Mendy, the club has seen some player movements, but Derrag has not been at the center of rumors. Montpellier is striving to build a competitive squad in Ligue 2, but some players, like Derrag, seem to be flying « under the radar » during this transfer window, with no major public announcements about them so far.
This summer’s transfer market is marked by strategic rather than flashy moves. While major European transfers grab the headlines, often involving record sums in the Premier League, Moroccan clubs like AS FAR Rabat prefer targeted and thoughtful operations aimed at sporting stability. Reda Slim’s return exemplifies this: a player seeking to find his form again and a club ready to offer him a key role in the squad. This trend might strengthen in the coming weeks as clubs continue adjusting their rosters before the transfer window closes.
Finally, Montpellier remains attentive to its squad’s evolution in the final transfer days, exploring potential options, including interest in players from other Ligue 1 or Ligue 2 clubs. However, the discretion surrounding some players like Zineddine Derrag illustrates a calm and prudent management style, favoring collective cohesion over media buzz. In this context, MHSC’s transfer activity clearly aims to build a competitive team for an imminent promotion back to the top division, while letting some crucial cases develop according to the market and the club’s real needs.