Wydad Athletic Club Finalizes Transfer of Abdelghafour Lamirat to Renaissance Berkane
In a significant development within the Moroccan football scene, the Wydad Athletic Club has officially concluded a transfer agreement with Renaissance Sportive de Berkane for midfielder Abdelghafour Lamirat. This transaction, as reported by africafoot.com, is valued at approximately 80,000 euros and marks a pivotal moment in Lamirat's career as he transitions to the club in the Oriental region of Morocco.
According to sources closely associated with the negotiations, Lamirat has opted to forgo nearly 40,000 euros in unpaid wages and bonuses owed to him by Wydad. This decision was crucial in facilitating the agreement, enabling both clubs to reach a consensus regarding the player's departure. Having originally joined Wydad from Olympique de Safi in the summer of 2025, Lamirat's tenure at the Casablanca club was relatively brief, spanning just one season during which he participated in 20 league matches, amassing a total of 1,475 minutes on the field without scoring or assisting.
A Fresh Start for Lamirat
Abdelghafour Lamirat, who honed his skills in Morocco's football academies, began his career with CIS Marrakech before moving on to Chabab Ben Guerir and eventually to Olympique de Safi. His impressive performances at Safi caught the attention of Wydad, who acquired him in hopes of boosting their midfield options. Lamirat predominantly plays a defensive role in midfield, focusing on team balance, ball recovery, and off-the-ball work. His move to Renaissance Berkane presents an opportunity for him to rejuvenate his career and secure more playing time, which he is eager to embrace.
The Renaissance club is actively working to strengthen its squad for the upcoming season, and they view Lamirat as a key addition capable of enhancing their midfield depth. With the finalized transfer deal, which includes the player's relinquishment of a portion of his financial claims against Wydad, both clubs have successfully navigated potential obstacles to finalize the transfer. Unless unexpected circumstances arise, Lamirat is set to embark on this new chapter of his football career at Renaissance Berkane, where he aims to make a significant impact and contribute to the club's ambitions.
