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The Kerala Blasters are pleased to confirm the signing of Moroccan midfielder Karim Benarif, who joins the club till the end of the current campaign.
The 33—year-old central midfielder arrives with a profile built on composure in possession, tactical intelligence, and experience across multiple competitive environments. Born in Rabat, Benarif has developed his game in North African football, featuring in top domestic competitions and gaining exposure in continental tournaments.
Benarif began his professional journey in Morocco, where he represented clubs including FAR Rabat and FUS Rabat, the latter with whom he featured in CAF interclub competitions. His performances at that level underlined his ability to operate in high-intensity fixtures, combining defensive discipline with progressive passing.
In recent seasons, the midfielder has continued his career abroad, most recently turning out for Kerbala SC. Across his career, Benarif has accumulated consistent minutes in central midfield roles, contributing both in ball recovery phases and in initiating attacking transitions.
At the international level, Benarif has also been involved with Morocco’s A setup, earning selection during domestic-based national team camps—further reflecting his standing within the Moroccan football ecosystem.
A technically secure operator, Benarif is capable of dictating tempo from deeper areas while also supporting forward phases with late runs and link-up play. His positional awareness and reading of the game are expected to add structure and balance to the Blasters’ midfield unit.
