According to a recent report from Foot Mercato, the Morocco national football team is preparing to include Lille OSC's promising talent Ayyoub Bouaddi, aged 18, along with Fulham's versatile defender Issa Diop, who is 29 years old, in their squad for the upcoming international break. This move signifies a strategic effort by Morocco to strengthen their team ahead of important fixtures.
Issa Diop has made a notable impact this season, having played 15 matches for Fulham. While he has yet to earn a cap with the senior French national team, Diop has an impressive record at the youth level, having represented France U21 on six occasions. For several years, the Moroccan football federation has been actively trying to persuade Diop to switch allegiance and join their national setup, and it appears that the defender has finally decided to heed that call, as reported by Foot Mercato.
On the other hand, Ayyoub Bouaddi has recently emerged as a key player for Lille, and many anticipated that his future would be tied to the French national team. At just 18 years old, Bouaddi has already made eight appearances for France's U21 squad. However, the Moroccan national team is now looking to recruit him for the upcoming March international break. Reports indicate that Bouaddi has verbally agreed to represent the Atlas Lions, following a constructive meeting between him, his family, and the federation this week. This development could mark a significant moment in his young career, as he embraces the opportunity to contribute to Morocco's football ambitions.
As reported by getfootballnewsfrance.com.
