Jawad El Yamiq is one of Morocco’s most experienced defenders, a player whose career has taken him through Morocco, Italy, Spain, and Saudi Arabia.
He is back in Spain with Real Zaragoza, where it all clicked for him years ago.
This article breaks down his full net worth, salary history, career earnings, and everything you need to know about the man behind the jersey.
Jawad El Yamiq’s Biography
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Jawad El Yamiq |
| Date of Birth | 29 February 1992 |
| Age | 34 years old |
| Birthplace | Khouribga, Morocco |
| Nationality | Moroccan |
| Height / Weight | 1.93 m / 80 kg |
| Position | Centre-Back |
| Current Club | Real Zaragoza (signed February 2026) |
| Turned Professional | 2011 (Olympique Khouribga) |
| Net Worth | ~$5 million (estimated) |
| Annual Salary | ~€500,000 (Real Zaragoza, 2025–26) |
| International Caps | 35 (4 goals) |
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Early Life & Career
Jawad El Yamiq was born on 29 February 1992 in Khouribga, a mining city in central Morocco.
Growing up in a football-passionate country, he gravitated toward the game early and joined the youth setup at Olympique Khouribga, one of the city’s most prominent clubs.
He turned professional with Olympique Khouribga around 2011, working his way up through the Botola — Morocco’s top division.
His progress was steady rather than spectacular, but he developed the defensive qualities that would later attract European clubs.
In the 2014–15 Botola season, his Khouribga side finished runners-up to Wydad AC and won the Moroccan Throne Cup, beating FUS Rabat in the final — El Yamiq’s first major trophy as a professional.
That success helped him earn a move to Raja Casablanca in the summer of 2016, where he continued to grow in stature as a central defender.
Professional Career
El Yamiq’s journey at Raja Casablanca was short but impactful. He scored his first goal for the club in a 5–1 win over Chabab Atlas Khénifra and helped the team claim the 2017 Moroccan Throne Cup.
His performances caught the eye of European scouts, and on 28 January 2018, he signed with Italian Serie A club Genoa.
Genoa loaned him out to Serie B side Perugia Calcio, where he made 23 appearances in 2018–19 and scored one goal. A loan spell at Real Zaragoza followed in January 2020, where he made 12 league appearances, enough to build a rapport with the club.
After Genoa, he signed a four-year contract with Real Valladolid in September 2020 — his biggest European move at the time.
According to Capology’s career earnings tracker, El Yamiq earned an estimated $2.82 million gross during his professional career through the Valladolid years alone.
He went on to make 69 appearances across three seasons for Valladolid, including time in La Liga, scoring 3 goals and adding 3 assists.
After Valladolid’s relegation from La Liga in 2023, he moved to Saudi Pro League side Al-Wehda in August 2023, where he spent two seasons before a stint at Al-Najma.
In February 2026, El Yamiq returned to Real Zaragoza on a six-month deal, playing 10 matches in the Segunda División this season.
On the international stage, El Yamiq represented Morocco at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, playing all six of Morocco’s matches as they made a historic run to the semi-finals.
He also helped Morocco win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and was part of the 2018 African Nations Championship-winning squad.
Jawad El Yamiq’s Net Worth Details
As of 2026, Jawad El Yamiq’s has an estimated net worth of $5 million.
He built this wealth through over 15 years of professional football contracts across Morocco, Italy, Spain, and Saudi Arabia, supplemented by his national team career and endorsement income.
Contract
El Yamiq signed a six-month contract with Real Zaragoza in February 2026, according to transferfeed.com’s transfer database.
The deal runs until June 2026, with an annual salary in the region of €500,000 and a reported signing bonus of approximately €200,000.
His previous contract with Saudi club Al-Najma was active from August 2025 through early 2026. At Transfermarkt, his current market value is listed at €600,000.
Salary
El Yamiq’s salary has fluctuated with each club move. His highest-earning period came during his time in Saudi Arabia, particularly with Al-Wehda, where SalarySport’s football earnings database estimates he earned approximately £57,000 per week (roughly £2.96 million per year).
At Real Zaragoza for the 2025–26 season, his annual salary drops to around €500,000 (approximately €11,923 per week), a financial concession he willingly made to return to competitive football in Spain.
Career Earnings By Year
| Season | Club | Est. Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 2011–2016 | Olympique Khouribga | N/A (domestic contract) |
| 2016–2018 | Raja Casablanca | N/A (domestic contract) |
| 2018–2020 | Genoa / Perugia (loan) | ~€200,000–€300,000 |
| 2020–2023 | Real Valladolid | ~€670,000/year |
| 2023–2025 | Al-Wehda (Saudi Arabia) | ~€2,960,000/year |
| 2025–2026 | Al-Najma / Real Zaragoza | ~€500,000–€620,000 |
Career Statistics
| Season | Club | League | Apps | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025–26 | Real Zaragoza | Segunda División | 10 | 1 | 0 |
| 2025–26 | Al-Najma | Saudi Pro League | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024–25 | Al-Wehda | Saudi Pro League | 26 | 0 | 2 |
| 2023–24 | Al-Wehda | Saudi Pro League | 23 | 0 | 3 |
| 2022–23 | Real Valladolid | La Liga | 25 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021–22 | Real Valladolid | Segunda División | 25 | 1 | 2 |
| 2020–21 | Real Valladolid | La Liga | 19 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019–20 | Real Zaragoza (loan) | Segunda División | 12 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019–20 | Genoa | Serie A | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018–19 | Perugia (loan) | Serie B | 23 | 1 | 1 |
| 2017–18 | Genoa | Serie A | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| International | Morocco | — | 35 caps | 4 goals | — |
FAQs
What is Jawad El Yamiq’s net worth?
Jawad El Yamiq’s net worth is estimated at around $5 million, accumulated through professional contracts in Morocco, Italy, Spain, and Saudi Arabia over a 15-year career.
How much does Jawad El Yamiq earn at Real Zaragoza?
At Real Zaragoza in 2025–26, he earns approximately €500,000 per year — roughly €11,923 per week — after accepting a salary cut to return to Spanish football.
Which club does Jawad El Yamiq play?
He plays for Real Zaragoza in Spain’s Segunda División. He signed a six-month deal with the club in February 2026 after leaving Saudi Pro League side Al-Najma.
Did Jawad El Yamiq play at the 2022 FIFA World Cup?
Yes. He played all six of Morocco’s matches at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, helping the Atlas Lions reach the semi-finals — the first African team ever to do so.
What trophies has Jawad El Yamiq won?
He has won two Moroccan Throne Cups (2015 with Khouribga, 2017 with Raja Casablanca), the 2018 African Nations Championship, and the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with Morocco.
