 In August 2010, he moved to England to sign with Southend United of League Two, as one of seventeen new signings.This move came despite difficulties in securing his transfer from the Moroccan club, after delays in getting the necessary paperwork from the Moroccan government.He made his debut for the club in the Football League Trophy in their goalless First Round encounter with Gillingham at Roots Hall, he was replaced by Louie Soares at half-time before Southend went on to win 4–3 on penalties.