Rayane Bounida: A Rising Star in Dutch Football

omidbasir- In the Netherlands, particularly in Amsterdam, excitement is building around Rayane Bounida. The promising Ajax talent is making significant strides this season with the senior team. In contrast, the buzz surrounding this rising star remains notably subdued in Belgium.

Saturday’s match could easily be dubbed a Belgian night at the Johan Cruijff ArenA. Ajax’s four goals against Fortuna Sittard (4-1) were entirely scored by Belgian players: Mika Godts (twice), Jorthy Mokio, and Bounida himself. This performance suggests a bright future for Belgian football, although it remains uncertain if these players will be selected for the upcoming World Cup.

Youth Development

Recently, 16-year-old Samory Koné made the switch from Anderlecht to Ajax. Toby Alderweireld expressed understanding of the young player’s decision. “We are not in a position to dictate choices, but one should recognize who has provided their training and supported their development. However, I completely understand the choice. I still regard Ajax’s training program as one of the best in the world, and it’s clear why players would want to move there. Often, it’s not about the financial aspect. Personally, I earned nothing extra during my transfer to Ajax, but moving to the Netherlands meant prioritizing my development.”

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