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Yassir Zabiri Emerges on Premier League Club’s Radar

The Moroccan forward has reportedly attracted interest from England after scoring seven league goals for Racing Santander, with Rennes unable to recall him before his loan expires in June 2027.

By the Atlas Lions Editorial Desk14 Oct 2026How we report

Yassir Zabiri is attracting attention beyond Spain after an impressive start to the season with Racing Santander, with a Premier League club reportedly sending a scout to monitor the Moroccan forward's performances.

According to WinWin, citing a private source, an English club dispatched a representative to assess the 20-year-old striker, whose goalscoring form has helped raise his profile in the European transfer market.

With seven league goals to his name, the young Moroccan is making an increasingly strong impression in Spain. His performances have placed him among the league's notable attacking talents and strengthened the growing interest surrounding his future.

Seven Goals Put Zabiri on the Radar

Zabiri's finishing has been central to his emergence as an important attacking option for Racing Santander. His ability to find the net consistently has helped him stand out in a competitive environment and attract attention from clubs looking for young forwards with room to develop.

According to the report, his seven-goal tally has brought him into the conversation alongside established attacking names such as Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal.

Although the circumstances and roles of those players differ, the comparison highlights the attention surrounding the Moroccan's start to the campaign.

For Racing Santander, his contribution offers a valuable attacking asset as the club looks to build on his performances throughout the season. For Zabiri himself, each appearance presents another opportunity to demonstrate that his goalscoring form can be sustained.

English Interest Adds to His Growing Reputation

The reported scouting mission represents another sign of the attention Zabiri is attracting outside Spain.

Premier League clubs regularly monitor emerging talent across European leagues, looking for players who can make an immediate contribution or develop into valuable long-term investments.

Zabiri's age and recent scoring record could make him an intriguing prospect in that market.

However, the identity of the English club has not been disclosed, and there has been no confirmed offer or formal transfer approach. For now, the reported interest points to scouting activity rather than an imminent move.

His performances have also strengthened his standing in Moroccan football. After making his mark at club and youth international levels, the forward is increasingly being viewed as a potential option for Morocco's senior national team.

Rennes Cannot Recall Him Before June 2027

While interest from England could shape discussions about Zabiri's longer-term future, his immediate situation is governed by his loan agreement with Racing Santander.

French newspaper AS reports that Rennes cannot terminate the loan early because the agreement does not contain a clause allowing the French club to recall him before its scheduled conclusion.

The temporary transfer is set to run until June 30, 2027, giving the Spanish side greater certainty over the forward's availability for the remainder of the campaign.

That contractual detail could prove important if his performances continue to attract attention.

Racing Santander can plan around his presence without the reported risk of Rennes bringing him back midway through the season.

A Season That Could Define His Next Step

For now, Zabiri's priority is to maintain his momentum in Spain. Continued goalscoring would strengthen his position at Racing Santander while potentially increasing his appeal to clubs across Europe.

The reported Premier League interest adds another dimension to a season that is already helping raise his profile. Yet any future transfer will depend on developments beyond scouting reports, including concrete interest from potential suitors and the contractual arrangements between the clubs involved.

With his loan running until the summer of 2027, the Moroccan forward has time to build on his promising start. If he sustains his current form, the attention surrounding his next career move is likely to intensify.

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