Hanane Ait El Haj Joins Deportivo Alavés
Deportivo Alavés has made a significant signing by acquiring Hanane Ait El Haj, the captain of the Moroccan national team, who comes to the club from AS FAR Rabat. This strategic addition aims to strengthen the left flank of the team. Hanane, currently participating in the Africa Cup of Nations, is known for her dynamic playstyle as a left-back, showcasing her offensive capabilities. Her previous experience includes stints with Zaragoza CFF and Valencia CF, where she demonstrated her skill and commitment on the pitch.
Born on November 2, 1994, in Agadir, Hanane has built an impressive career within women's football, beginning her journey with AS FAR in the Moroccan Women's Championship back in 2016. Following her initial tenure, she played for Zaragoza CFF, before returning to AS FAR Rabat. During her time at Valencia CF in the 2024/2025 season, she accumulated 969 minutes of playtime in Liga F Moeve across 19 matches, contributing with an assist to her team’s efforts. After another spell at AS FAR Rabat, she now embarks on a new chapter with Deportivo Alavés.
As captain of the Moroccan national team, Ait El Haj is making headlines at the Africa Cup of Nations, where she has already proven her worth by providing two assists in her team’s 4-0 victory against Kenya in the opening match. Her leadership and experience are invaluable assets as she leads her team, which has previously finished as runners-up in Africa on two occasions, in 2022 and 2024. Hanane is distinguished for her remarkable ability to navigate through defenses, making her a formidable player on the field.
As reported by ligaf.es.
