Officially: Ayoub Bouaddi Chooses to Represent Morocco and Turns His Back on France

The young star Ayoub Bouaddi has officially decided his international future by choosing to represent the Moroccan national football team instead of continuing with the French national teams. This move is considered one of the major gains for Moroccan football in preparation for the coming years.

According to what was revealed by the French newspaper "L'Équipe," the Moroccan Football Federation has received the player's final approval to represent the "Atlas Lions," following months of monitoring and negotiations to convince the Lille talent to choose Morocco at the international level.

Bouadi, who is 18 years old, is considered one of the most promising rising talents in European football. This season, he has established himself in Lille's lineup in the French league and European competitions, despite his young age, thanks to his great composure in midfield and his exceptional ability to build play and control the pace of the game.

The player had represented all age categories for the French national team in past years, but the sports project presented by the Moroccan federation, along with the possibility of participating in the 2026 World Cup, played a significant role in his final decision to represent Morocco.

Bouaddi's joining is seen as a strong addition to the Moroccan national team's midfield in the future, especially as the coaching staff aims to build a new generation capable of continuing the historical successes achieved by the "Atlas Lions" on the global stage in recent years.