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From Mohammed VI Academy to France: Bellaarouch Begins New Journey at Reims

The 18-year-old Moroccan goalkeeper has completed his move from the Mohammed VI Football Academy to Stade de Reims, taking the next major step in his promising European career.

By the Atlas Lions Editorial Desk19 Aug 2026How we report

Moroccan football's next generation continues to make its mark in Europe.

Young goalkeeper Chouaib Bellaarouch, 18, has officially joined French club Stade de Reims, completing his move from the renowned Mohammed VI Football Academy.

The transfer represents an important new chapter for one of Morocco's promising young goalkeeping talents.

A New European Adventure Begins

Before completing the move, Bellaarouch successfully underwent his medical examinations before putting pen to paper on a long-term contract with his new club.

The agreement will give the young goalkeeper the opportunity to begin his first professional adventure in European football and continue developing in a highly competitive environment.

For an 18-year-old goalkeeper, the move represents another important step in a journey that has already taken him through Morocco's leading football development system.

From the Mohammed VI Academy to France

Bellaarouch's progression through the Mohammed VI Football Academy has provided him with a strong foundation as he prepares for the next stage of his career.

The academy has become an important pathway for Moroccan football's emerging generation, helping young talents develop their technical, tactical, and professional qualities before making the jump to European football.

Now, Bellaarouch will have the opportunity to continue that development in France.

A Goalkeeper Forged in Morocco's Youth Teams

The young goalkeeper has also represented Morocco across several youth categories, gaining valuable international experience from the early stages of his career.

From the youth levels through to the junior national teams, Bellaarouch has competed in both continental and international competitions, giving him an important taste of high-level football.

That experience will now accompany him as he begins his professional journey in Europe.

Another Moroccan Talent Takes the Next Step

Bellaarouch's move to Reims adds another promising name to the growing generation of Moroccan players developing their careers across European football.

At just 18, the goalkeeper has plenty of time to grow, learn, and establish himself at the professional level.

A new country, a new challenge, and a fresh beginning, the next chapter of Chouaib Bellaarouch's journey has officially begun.

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