Aboukhla is close to returning to Ligue 1

Moroccan international Zakaria Aboukhlal is close to returning to Ligue 1, with AJ Auxerre making significant progress towards signing him from Torino, just hours before the summer transfer window closes.

Reports suggest that negotiations between AJ Auxerre and Torino are at an advanced stage, with a near-final agreement in place regarding the transfer of the Moroccan forward. Both clubs are currently working to settle some minor administrative and contractual details in preparation for the completion of the deal and its official announcement.

According to the French website 'Foot Mercato', Aboukhla will join AJ Auxerre on loan for one season, with only a few details left to finalize before the contracts are officially signed.

AJ Auxerre's interest in the Moroccan striker comes as part of the French club's efforts to strengthen their attacking options ahead of the transfer window closing, with a focus on Aboukhallal's speed and ability to move and exploit spaces to provide more vitality and dynamism to the front line.

In contrast, Abu Khalil is looking for a new opportunity that grants him more space to participate, having faced difficulty in obtaining the minutes he aspired to during his experience with Torino, due to the strong competition for attacking positions within the Italian team.

AJ Auxerre are not the only club interested in the player, as Sevilla have also entered the race for his signature. However, negotiations with the French club have progressed further, making a return to Ligue 1 the most likely option at this time.

Aboukhallal hopes this move will be an opportunity to regain his form and return to the spotlight, leveraging his knowledge of the French football scene after his impressive stint with Toulouse, during which he scored several goals and stood out thanks to his speed, movement, and ability to exploit spaces.

Attention turns to the final hours of the transfer market as details are finalized for Aboukhlal's return to Ligue 1.