In seven appearances in all competitions so far this season, the Moroccan has won over the hard-to-please supporters with assured performances in the heart of the Brazilians' defence.He has shown maturity and the ability to adapt as he has been paired with Rushine de Reuck, Mothobi Mvala or Grant Kekana in the matches he has featured in.Asked what the man they call “AB” brings to the side, Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena waxed lyrical, saying he is experienced, versatile and aggressive.
“There was a lot of work done to profile and recruit him by the club, which is incredible. To bring a player of this level was important for us because he brings a lot of different dynamics,” said Mokwena as Sundowns prepared to face Algerian side CR Belouizdad at Loftus on Saturday where they are leading 4-1 from the first leg.Mokwena said he may try him out as a central midfielder in future because of his quality and confidence on the ball.
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