Moroccan striker Yassir Zabiri is attracting attention in Spanish football thanks to his excellent form with Racing Santander. The 21-year-old has scored seven goals in his first eight league games, ranking among the most prominent names on the scorers' list.
According to Spanish media outlet Marca, Zabiri has reached the same number of goals as Kylian Mbappe, Lamine Yamali and Camello. The comparison is only related to the statistics of the achievements in the championship and not to the overall level of the players, but the Moroccan striker's figures have made him the center of attention in Spain.
Born on February 23, 2005 in Marrakesh, Mohamed Yassir Zabiri was formed at the Mohammed VI Football Academy, one of the important centers for talent development in Morocco. He began his professional career with Union Touarga, before moving to Portugal, where he played for Famalicao.
In February 2026, the striker joined French club Rennes, with whom he signed a contract until 2029. For the 2026-2027 season, he has been loaned to Racing Santander, where he is taking the opportunity to show his skills and gain more space in professional football.
Zabiri rose to international fame during the 2025 U-20 World Cup, where Morocco won the tournament in Chile. The striker scored five goals during the competition, including two in the final against Argentina, playing a key role in his team's triumph. For his performances, he was also awarded the Silver Ball as the tournament's second-best player.
Success with the youth team paved the way for him to join the Moroccan national team, and now Zabiri aims to confirm his potential in club football. His form with Racing Santander has increased interest in his future, and according to "Marca", the Spanish club is considering the possibility of a permanent transfer from Rennes.
