After a period dedicated especially to physical reconditioning, Zakaria Labyad began to be observed more closely by the Corinthians technical committee, now focusing on the season. The Moroccan attacking midfielder should be available to coach Dorival Júnior for the game against Coritiba, next Wednesday (11), at Neo Química Arena.
Itatiaia gathered some initial impressions from the technical committee regarding Zakaria, who was once. At first, Labyad is seen as an offensive midfielder who plays behind the opposing midfielders, between the marking lines.
The report found that the 32-year-old player has stood out as a finishing midfielder, who helps provide offensive volume when entering the area.
One of Zakaria’s strengths is his versatility. He is seen as an athlete who can act as a “false winger”, falling inside during the offensive moment, or even as a second attacker, acting close to the center forward.
The number 52 signed with Corinthians, with automatic renewal scheduled until the end of 2027 if he reaches pre-established goals.
Zakaria arrives at Timão from , with whom he played together during his time at PSV, in the Netherlands. He was later approved by the football department and the board.
The player was without a club after playing for Dalian Yingbo FC, in China. Throughout his career, Zakaria also played for clubs such as Sporting, Fulham, FC Utrecht and Ajax.
