Al Nasr new boy Adel Taarabt targeting Fifa World Cup spot with Morocco

Adel Taarabt is hoping his move to Al Nasr can help secure a place at the upcoming Fifa World Cup with Morocco.

The experienced playmaker, who counts among his previous clubs Tottenham Hotspur, AC Milan and Benfica, signed a two-year contract with the Dubai side last week. Taarabt, 33, joined on a free transfer having left Benfica earlier this month.

Speaking on Thursday night, ahead of his expected Adnoc Pro League debut in Saturday’s derby against Al Wasl, Taarabt said: “First of all, the first thing, I’m happy to be here. I was welcomed very well by the coach [Thorsten Fink], his staff, and my teammates and the club as well. I’m here to help the team and give my experience to the squad. I hope I will help a lot.

“And hopefully on the weekend we’re going to get the three points, because it’s a derby, we want to win. And the game is at home.

“I just can’t wait to be fit to give this plus to the team and hopefully we will have a good start on Saturday. It’s easier to win the derby and then have a positive vibe around the club. That is our aim. And, Inshallah, on Saturday we will achieve that.”

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