En-Nesyri: "I Followed Great Moroccan Players at Al-Ittihad and Am Motivated to Win Titles with This Club Like They Did" - Elbotola
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En-Nesyri: "I Followed Great Moroccan Players at Al-Ittihad and Am Motivated to Win Titles with This Club Like They Did"

En-Nesyri: "I Followed Great Moroccan Players at Al-Ittihad and Am Motivated to Win Titles with This Club Like They Did"

06 February 2026at11:25

Morocco international striker Youssef En-Nesyri, Al-Ittihad's newest signing, discussed his ambitions with the Saudi club, stating he is motivated to emulate the achievements of his compatriots by winning titles with the team.

Speaking to the club's official channel, En-Nesyri said: "Al-Ittihad is a big club, and many great Moroccan players have played here. I followed them closely. In recent years, I have followed the league completely, as well as Al-Ittihad."

He continued: "When we played against them in Portugal, I told myself, 'One day I will play for this club.' I thank everyone who sent me a message, as well as the club officials for their warm welcome."

He added: "I am ready from now to be present from the first match to the last match of the season. I came to Al-Ittihad to win titles, and I will give everything I have for this team. Pressure has become normal for me, and I am used to it; I enter the field to give everything I have to help the team."

En-Nesyri concluded: "When you see Moroccan players winning titles, you feel motivated to win titles with this club. I don't make promises (to the fans), but I promise them that I will give my utmost effort on the field."

What motivated Youssef En-Nesyri to join Al-Ittihad?

Youssef En-Nesyri was motivated by the success of Moroccan players at Al-Ittihad and his long-standing admiration for the club and league. He even felt a premonition about playing for them during a past match.

How does Youssef En-Nesyri plan to contribute to Al-Ittihad's success?

En-Nesyri plans to contribute by giving his utmost effort in every match, from start to finish. He is accustomed to pressure and is determined to win titles, drawing inspiration from previous Moroccan players at the club.