According to Omrop Fryslan, Cambuur Leeuwarden wants to bring Ismaël Baouf to the Netherlands. The 18-year-old central defender is a key player for RSCA Futures, but he feels ready for more. Cambuur Leeuwarden competes at the same second level as RSCA Futures, but offers a more experienced squad with higher pressure for results.

Ismaël Baouf is being considered for the central defender position as part of Renard's evaluation of current players.