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Botafogo signs Moroccan attacking midfielder Hakim Ziyech through 2028

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Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Botafogo signs Moroccan attacking midfielder Hakim Ziyech through 2028
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Botafogo officially announced the signing of 33-year-old attacking midfielder Hakim Ziyech on September 10, 2026. The Moroccan international passed his medical examinations and secured a permanent contract that runs through the end of 2028. Ziyech arrived in Rio de Janeiro last week and received a public welcome from club supporters. His professional career includes stints at Ajax, Chelsea, Galatasaray, Al-Duhail, and Wydad Casablanca. During his time in Europe, he won both the Champions League and the Club World Cup while playing for Chelsea. The club has not yet finalized a date for his formal presentation to the press and fans.

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  • •Hakim Ziyech signed a permanent contract with Botafogo through the end of 2028.
  • •The 33-year-old midfielder completed his medical examinations before the announcement.
  • •Ziyech previously won the Champions League and Club World Cup with Chelsea.
  • •He represented Morocco in the 2018 and 2022 World Cup tournaments.
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  • 1:10 PMYahoo Sports — Official! Botafogo seal deal for Ziyech
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Botafogo announces the signing of attacking midfielder Hakim Ziyech for the remainder of the 2026 season.The 33-year-old Moroccan passed his medical exams and signed a permanent deal with Glorioso thr...

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