ES Tunis: Youcef Belaïli prepares his comeback in Algeria

Absent from the pitch since last autumn due to a serious knee injury, Youcef Belaïli could nevertheless become one of the hottest topics of the winter transfer window. After suffering a ligament rupture during the Tunisian derby between Espérance Sportive de Tunis and Club Africain, the Algerian international now finds himself at a pivotal crossroads, with sporting and contractual uncertainty looming just months before his deal with the blood and gold side expires.

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In this context, the prospect of a return to Algeria is gaining momentum. The notable presence of his father, Hafid Belaïli, in Oran alongside executives from Mouloudia Club d'Oran was enough to revive a rumor that had never truly disappeared. Behind the scenes, talks are said to have taken place, fueling the idea of a comeback driven more by emotional ties than any immediate sporting logic.

Nothing is set in stone yet, especially as the player continues his rehabilitation at Aspetar, aiming for a gradual return to competitive action. But in Algerian football, where symbols matter, the possibility of seeing Belaïli don the Oran colors once more is already sparking hope and speculation. The saga is far from over.

Mahdi Zakaria LAZRI |

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