Despite Will Still’s initial recommendation, Moroccan international Anass Zaroury failed to meet the expectations placed in him during his visit to the Racing Club in Lens. Arrived for an amount of about five million euros, excluding bonuses, from Burnley, the 24 year-old offensive or left wing medium recorded a disappointing record with only two decisive passes in 23 appearances in League 1. This performance below the set targets suggests that it will not be retained by the management, composed of Joseph Oughourlian and Pierre Dréossi, at the end of the current season.

FC Valencia, who had already expressed an interest in the player at the previous summer mercato before his engagement in Pas-de-Calais, seems ready to offer him a second opportunity. According to information disclosed by Africafoot, confirming that discussions are ongoing between Valencian leaders and Anass Zaroury’s entourage, the interest of the Spanish club is real and could lead to a forthcoming transfer. This perspective suggests a possible resolution of the case in the coming weeks.

On the Lens side, the priority will be to minimize the financial losses associated with this transfer. Management hopes to recover at least the initial investment amount of approximately EUR 5 million to compensate for the lack of return on investment during the current season. The development of this dossier remains to be followed closely, especially for supporters loyal to the colours of the Stade Bollaert.