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Raja Club Athletic has officially announced the appointment of Sebastian Sommacal as the club’s new sporting director on July 21, to modernise and restructure its sporting operations.
Sommacal is one of the leading figures in sports management, with over 20 years of extensive experience. He has worked closely with international players such as Aurélien Tchouaméni, Jules Koundé, and Jonathan Gradit. He began his career at French club Bordeaux and has also worked in Africa, notably with Tunisian clubs Étoile du Sahel and Club Sportif Bizertin.
The announcement comes just as Raja begins pre-season training. The club’s leadership is counting on Sommacal to spearhead a broader restructuring process affecting both the technical and administrative arms of the organisation, as outlined by president Jawad Ziyet.
Despite the optimism, reactions on social media were mixed. One user wrote: “All support to the club’s management. Let’s ease up on the criticism, be patient, and let people do their jobs.”
Another fan said: “Just keep going and stay focused on your work. What matters to us is seeing Raja as a great club. We’re not concerned with names, selection methods, or the process — what truly matters is achieving positive results. As Raja loyalists, we’ll continue playing our part in supporting this proud and historic institution.”
However, criticism was also directed at the choice. One supporter said: “What does the sporting director have to do with youth development? His main role is to manage the first team, oversee transfers while maintaining financial balance, and rely on a solid network of agents and contacts.”
