Morocco's Ismael Saibari's hot start to World Cup helps little-known attacker earn transfer to massive European club

After introducing himself to the world, Ismael Saibari made a great first impression on Bayern Munich. The Moroccan attacker who scored all of the team's goals so far in the 2026 World Cup is likely on the move to the German powerhouse in recent weeks, per Fabrizio Romano.

The forward-midfielder combination player capped off his 2025-26 season by helping PSV Eindhoven in the Netherlands win their third-straight Eredivisie title, and he did as their leading scorer.

Bayern Munich has ample talent on its roster, but Saibari has shown he can play great soccer on soccer's biggest stage at the World Cup, and big clubs like Bayern prioritize qualities like that. The team's roster is star-studded and only brings in the creme de la creme of players.

Here's the latest on Saibari, whose 2026 World Cup start has given him a jersey at one of the biggest clubs in Europe.

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Ismael Saibari transfer

Just before Morocco kicked off their second group-stage match against Scotland, news broke that Saibari was on the move from PSV Eindhoven in the Eredivisie to European giant Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga. According to Fabrizio Romano, the move is imminent, and Saibari will be confirmed as a signing in the upcoming weeks.

Saibari's move cost Bayern €55 million ($63.1 million), which could be a bargain if he performs at the level he has so far for his country. In the two games he's played so far at the 2026 World Cup, he has scored both goals for Morocco in their summer campaign.

While Bayern Munich does have Harry Kane as their primary striker, he can provide depth in the position or play in other attacking positions for the upcoming 2026-27 season during both Bundesliga and Champions League play.

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Ismael Saibari 2025-26 season stats

After a stellar season with PSV Eindhoven for their third-straight Eredivisie title, Saibari was tied as the team's leading scorer in league play with 15 goals. In all competitions, he tallied 19 goals.

Here is a breakdown of Saibari's stats in the Eredivisie with PSV Eindhoven, per FotMob:

Where is Ismael Saibari from?

Saibari was originally born in Terrasa, Spain, on January 28, 2001. However, because he has Moroccan heritage, he is able to suit up for the Atlas Lions.

Saibari was also raised in Belgium during his early childhood before playing soccer in the Netherlands.

How old is Ismael Saibari?

Saibari was born on January 28, 2001, in Terrasa, Spain, making him 25 years old. He is in the younger half of Morocco's 2026 World Cup roster, with 10 of the 26 rostered players younger than him. 

For Bayern Munich's complete roster from the previous season, 20 players were younger than Saibari.