USM Alger (Ligue 1 Mobilis football) announced this Saturday via its social media channels the appointment of former player Hamza Ait Ouamar as general manager. Ait Ouamar (39) returns to a role he held at the club last season before departing during the offseason. His appointment comes just two days after the Board of Directors decided to relieve sports director Said Allik of his duties. “This appointment reflects management’s confidence in his skills and experience, as well as his deep understanding of the club’s values and specificities—assets that will help strengthen administrative operations and support USMA’s sporting project,” the club stated in an official release. Ait Ouamar notably represented USM Alger, CR Belouizdad, and ES Setif during his playing career before hanging up his boots in 2020.
For Board Chairman Bilal Nouioua and the Serport Group, the Said Allik chapter is definitively closed. Dismissed by the Board of Directors, the historic USMA figure no longer serves as the club’s general sports director. Following the move, the Board Chairman began reviewing candidate profiles to hire someone to oversee sporting operations in close coordination with Serport CEO Riyad Hadjal. Ait Ouamar was ultimately selected for two primary reasons: first, his familiarity with the USMA organization after serving as general manager for several months last year; second, the solid track record achieved during his previous tenure. Young (39), dynamic, and qualified, the former midfielder for USMA, CRB, USMH, and ESS fits the profile required for an executive role within the Algiers-based club. After initial discussions, Nouioua and Ait Ouamar met Sunday and swiftly reached an agreement. Official confirmation of Ait Ouamar’s appointment came late Sunday. The former player makes his return after holding the same position last year between March and August before leaving when his contract was not extended by Said Allik—despite his extensive efforts, particularly during the offseason when he was instrumental in recruiting players like Mohamed Bouderbala and Zakaria Draoui.
USMA Secures Radouani’s Future
Despite rumors of a departure in recent weeks, Saadi Radouani will ultimately remain with USM Alger. USMA management reached an agreement with their team captain following a meeting between club officials, the player, and his agent. This agreement puts an end to speculation regarding the player’s future, which had fueled numerous transfer rumors this summer. A key element of the squad, Radouani will remain a cornerstone of the team for the upcoming campaign. With this move, USMA underscores its desire to maintain squad continuity, ensure group stability, and maximize its chances of achieving set targets for the upcoming season.