Born on September 14, 2003, in Agadir, Morocco, to Moroccan parents (his father is from Agadir and his mother from Taroudant), Alaa Bellaarouch showed an early passion for football. Growing up in Agadir, he played football with his friends in the local fields and quickly gained a reputation for his skills as a goalkeeper.

At the age of ten, Bellaarouch joined the youth academy of Hassania Agadir, where he received formal training. His talent and hard work saw him progress rapidly through the ranks. By the age of 15, he was already attracting attention from bigger clubs in Morocco.

In 2020, Bellaarouch moved to Raja Casablanca’s academy, where he continued his development. His performances in youth competitions have been outstanding, and he is seen as a future star for both Raja Casablanca and the Moroccan national team.