Morocco and France are fighting to get Ayyoub Bouaddi away from each other. The 17-year-old has received an official invitation to join the French under-20 team. At the same time, the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) is pushing hard to have him in the Atlas Lions squad. Now, the young player faces a big dilemma. He must decide between Morocco, the country of origin of his parents and France where he was born, between two distinct sporting projects, each with its ambitions and objectives.
In the meantime, he faces pressure from the media and fans in both countries, who could influence his final decision. A decision likely to entirely determine his footballing future.
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The interest of France and Morocco in Bouaddi can be explained by the young player’s performances with Lille, in particular during the match against the Spanish giant, Real Madrid, which ended with the Mastiffs’ victory (1-0). His talent fascinates. “He showed all the potential, all the talent he has. We know what he is capable of. He’s a boy who has a very well shaped head. He has the talent to play at this level. You have to know how to confirm, but I don’t think there’s too much to worry about in that regard with him,” said his coach, Bruno Génésio, at a press conference after the Lille-match. Real Madrid.
