Atlético Madrid considered Sofyan Amrabat in recent days, and there was contact regarding his potential arrival. This interest from Atlético Madrid was reportedly the reason Ajax accelerated its efforts to finalize a deal with the 30-year-old Moroccan international midfielder. Another Spanish team, Real Betis, where Amrabat played on loan last season, was also an option. According to Spanish media, a return there was difficult to realize. The midfielder has 78 caps for Morocco and his current Transfermarkt market value is €10.00m. Fenerbahçe's asking price was reportedly between €15-20 million in August 2026. Reports from June 2026 mentioned Real Betis was preparing a €7 million offer.