Jawad El Yamiq is a Moroccan professional footballer who plays as a center back for Saudi Pro League club Al-Wehda and the Morocco national team.
He started his professional career with Olympique Khouribga. Participating in official international competition since 2017, El Yamiq has represented Morocco in major tournaments, including the 2022 FIFA World Cup and the 2018 African Nations Championship.
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- Full name: Jawad El Yamiq
- Stage name: Jawad El Yamiq
- Date of birth: February 29, 1992
- Age: 32 years old
- Place of birth: Khouribga, Morocco
- Nationality: Moroccan
- Occupation: Moroccan professional football player
- Height: 1.9 m
- Parents: Mr. and Mrs. El Yamiq
- Siblings: Unknown
- Spouse: Unknown
- Children: Unknown
- Relationship: Unknown
- Net worth: £5,567,640 (about $7 million)
Early life and education
Jawad El Yamiq was born on February 29, 1992 in Khouribga, Morocco. Although the names of his parents have not yet been revealed, they are commonly referred to as Mr. and Mrs. El Yamiq. It is possible that he grew up with siblings, although their names and details are not made public.
There is no information available about El Yamiq’s initial education and background. El Yamiq is ethnic Moroccan and he follows Islam as his religion.
Career
Jawad El Yamiq began his professional football career with Olympique Khouribga in Morocco. During the 2014–15 Botola season, he played a key role in helping the team achieve a runner-up position behind Wydad AC. That same season, El Yamiq and his team celebrated victory in the Moroccan Throne Cup, defeating FUS Rabat in the final.
His impressive performances attracted the attention of top clubs and in the summer of 2016, he signed a four-year contract with Raja Casablanca. During his time with Raja, El Yamiq scored the first goal in a dominant 5–1 win over Chabab Atlas Khénifra and then lifted the 2017 Throne Cup after a hard-fought victory over Difaâ Hassani El Jadidi.
In January 2018, El Yamiq took an important step forward in his career when he signed for Italian Serie A club Genoa. However, he spent most of his time on loan, firstly for at Serie B side Perugia Calcio and then Real Zaragoza in Spain.
While at Zaragoza during the 2019–20 season, he made his debut against Cádiz and showed his versatility as a defender. On 24 September 2020, El Yamiq joined Real Valladolid in La Liga on a four-year contract.
He made his debut for the club against Real Madrid and scored his first goal on 31 November 2021, in a 2–0 win over SD Eibar. Despite Valladolid’s relegation in 2023, El Yamiq has proven himself to be a reliable and experienced centre-back.
Following Valladolid’s relegation, El Yamiq signed for Saudi Pro League side Al-Wehda on 15 August 2023. Under coach Giorgos Donis, he was given the number 5 shirt. Just three days After arriving, he made his Al-Wehda debut, coming on as a substitute in the 67th minute.
Despite owning an own goal, Al-Wehda won 3–1 against Al Shabab FC. This marks a new chapter in his career as he adapts to the competitive environment of the Saudi Pro League.
Officially competing internationally since 2017, El Yamiq has been an integral part of the Moroccan national team. He played a key role in Morocco’s victory at the 2018 African Nations Championship, where they won their first title in the tournament.
In November 2022, El Yamiq was named in Morocco’s 26-man squad for the FIFA World Cup in Qatar. During the tournament, he attracted global attention not only for his on-field performance but also for his symbolic gesture of celebrating Morocco’s 2-1 win over Canada by raising a leaf. Palestinian flag, emphasizing his connection to broader cultural and political narratives.
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @jawadelyamiq
- Twitter handle: EL Yamiq jaw
Personal life
Jawad El Yamiq currently plays for Al-Wehda in Saudi Arabia. Currently, there is little information about his personal relationships or marital status.
El Yamiq has maintained a private stance regarding his personal life and no public information about his spouse or partner has been revealed to the media.
Net worth
Jawad El Yamiq’s net worth is estimated to be around £5,567,640 (about $7 million). Currently playing as a center back for Al-Wehda in the Saudi Professional League, he earns a weekly salary of £20,000 (about $26,000 USD) and an annual income of £1,040,000 ($1.36 million USD). ) from his football contract.
In addition to income from his club, El Yamiq also benefits from significant income through his social media presence and sponsorship deals. These ventures are estimated to bring in an additional $235,200 to $322,080 annually, highlighting his marketing prowess off the football field.
