Anass Bouziane

Anass Bouziane (born 22 December 2006) is a Dutch professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for the Under-21 squad of Heerenveen.

Career Born in Zaandam, Bouziane began his youth career with OFC, later captained Fortuna Wormerveer's under‑16s, and joined the Volendam academy in 2022.

He led Volendam's under-18s to the KNVB youth cup in 2023–24 and, on 5 June 2024, signed his first professional contract, binding him to the club until June 2026.

Bouziane made his senior debut on 17 September 2024, starting in a 2–0 home win over Dordrecht in the Eerste Divisie. He finished the 2024–25 season with five league appearances as Volendam won the division and secured promotion to the Eredivisie.

Personal life Born in the Netherlands, Bouziane is of Moroccan descent and holds dual Dutch and Moroccan citizenship. He is the eldest of several brothers involved in professional or academy football; younger twin Wassim plays for AZ Alkmaar.

Honours Volendam Eerste Divisie: 2024–25