Moroccan midfielder hailed as perfect addition ahead of Europa League clash
Amrabat’s Perfect Timing: Pellegrini Explains Why Betis Wanted Him
Real Betis coach Manuel Pellegrini’s praised Sofyan Amrabat describing the Moroccan midfielder as long targeted signing rather than lucky move.
Strategic Arrival
Amrabat joined Betis this summer on loan from Fenerbahce and quickly impressed in his first appearances.
Pellegrini confirmed that the club had been monitoring him for long time:
"His arrival gave us the strength we lacked and he has already proven to be valuable asset"
Role in Midfield
Speaking ahead of Betis’ Europa League clash against Ludogorets, Pellegrini stressed that Amrabat plays vital role in his system:
"He helps us organize play, move the ball out from defence smoothly and adds balance to our style"
🟢⚪️ Manuel Pellegrini, at a press conference:
🗣️ “We have spoken a lot with Cucho and his game has improved a lot, not only in the goals. He hits him with both feet. He will continue to progress.”
“Amrabat is a complete player. We are very happy with his performance.”#Zonamixtapic.twitter.com/Arfjvb2Wh4
– Zona mixta (@zonamixta__) September 28, 2025
Perfect Timing
The Chilean coach also underlined the timing of the deal:
"We’re very happy with him and we’re confident he will be 1 of our key players in both domestic and European competitions"..
