The Moroccan international Sofyan El Karouani has decided his football future by choosing to move to Saudi club Al-Qadsiah after the end of his contract with Utrecht, preferring the Saudi offer over continuing in European leagues despite interest from Beşiktaş.

The player ended the speculation about his next destination by deciding to embark on a new experience in the Saudi league, reflecting the increasing trend of players moving to the region amid ambitious sports projects and growing investments.

Despite the long pursuit by Beşiktaş, which showed a strong desire to sign the player and made a tempting financial offer, the Saudi offer was more influential in making the decision, particularly from a financial perspective.

The 25-year-old Moroccan player is leaving Utrecht after an impressive season, during which he delivered outstanding performances, attracting the interest of several clubs both within Europe and beyond.

The Croatian is expected to join an ambitious project within Al-Qadisiyah, as part of Saudi clubs' policy aimed at attracting prominent players from various European leagues. Meanwhile, the deal represents a loss for Beşiktaş, which failed to convince the player to continue his career in Europe.