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Redouane Berkane knocks on the door of the Algeria national team

Redouane Berkane makes a big statement and sends a message to Vladimir Petkovic

After leaving JS Kabylie during the last summer transfer window, Redouane Berkane has made an explosive start with Al-Wakrah SC. Signed for €650,000, the 1.93 m tall Algerian striker has more than lived up to expectations, becoming the top scorer in the Qatar Stars League after just five matchdays, with five goals to his name. His brace against Al Sadd confirmed his growing influence, even though his club remains fifth in the standings with eight points. These performances highlight Berkane's ability to adapt quickly to a new environment and assert his scoring prowess in a league where there was plenty of curiosity about his arrival.

The former JSK player had long been expected to make the leap to Europe, with his physical and technical profile attracting several scouts. In the end, his decision to settle in Qatar seems fully justified for now, given his statistics and attacking impact at Al-Wakrah.

While the attacking hierarchy in the national team appears set with Amine Gouiri and Baghdad Bounedjah as the headline acts, Redouane Berkane could quickly emerge as a serious alternative. His consistent performances in Qatar, combined with his athletic potential, give him a strong case to knock on the Fennecs’ door. Vladimir Petkovic, who closely monitors the performances of Algerian forwards abroad, might be tempted to broaden his options and consider Berkane as a legitimate third choice in the near future.

However, this prospect will depend on the player’s consistency and his ability to maintain this level of performance over time. But with just a few weeks left before the next international fixtures, the Kabyle striker is already making a name for himself as a revelation to watch—both for his club and the national team.