Morocco or France? The prodigy Ayyoub Bouaddi breaks the silence and sets his conditions

The Royal Moroccan Football Federation is making efforts to attract Ayyoub Bouaddi, but the 18-year-old midfielder is prioritizing reflection. After a remarkable season with LOSC in Ligue 1, the player states that nothing is yet set in stone. For him, choosing a national team is a "decisive moment" in a career, which requires "taking the time and thinking deeply about it" rather than giving in to a "hasty decision".

On Bladi.net: Ayyoub Bouaddi torn between France and Morocco

The young Lille player refuses to impose a deadline on himself before the next World Cup to make a decision. His decision will not depend on a specific schedule, but on his personal feelings and the opinion of his loved ones, particularly his family and friends. Although France considers him a key element of their long-term plans, Bouaddi has not yet had a real opportunity to prove himself with the senior team under the direction of Didier Deschamps.

The future of the French technical staff weighs heavily in his reflection. According to the Spanish newspaper AS, Zinedine Zidane would have agreed to succeed Didier Deschamps after the World Cup. This potential appointment could change the game for Bouaddi, who has great admiration for the former Real Madrid coach. Zidane is also said to be closely following the player’s progress and has already spoken highly of his qualities.

On Bladi.net: France or Morocco? The Lille prodigy Ayyoub Bouaddi keeps the suspense going

Faced with this wait, Morocco is not letting up its pressure to convince the prodigy to join the Atlas Lions. However, Ayyoub Bouaddi seems determined to wait until he has more clarity on the future of the French staff. A transition at the head of the French national team could represent the opportunity he is waiting for to launch his international career, for now maintaining the suspense on his future jersey.