Moncef Zekri, the Moroccan gem stays loyal to Mechelen

Africa 11 May 2025 at 07:53

Aliou Toundé

News Editor

Moncef Zekri isn’t going anywhere. Courted by Ajax Amsterdam, the young Moroccan defender has ultimately chosen to remain with KV Mechelen. A decisive move.

At just 16, he’s already attracting attention from some of the biggest clubs. Yet, he and his representatives have opted for stability. The Belgian club’s project convinced him. And that’s not all—Mechelen has officially promoted him to the first team. A clear sign of trust. Zekri’s future will be written in the Jupiler Pro League.

Developed in the club’s youth system, the center-back impresses with his maturity. Calm on the ball, strong in challenges, he boasts an intriguing profile. A rising star well worth keeping an eye on.