The African Federation issues a statement denying information published by the newspaper “AS”.
lThe Moroccan Football Federation denied on Tuesday an information published by the newspaper “AS”, in which the Spanish newspaper claimed that Morocco offered money and pressured Lamine Yamal to think about his decision to represent Spain.
It’s worth remembering that Last September’s matches did not rule out a future for La in Morocco, as current FIFA regulations state that a footballer can change squads if he has dual nationality if he does not play a maximum of three matches (official or otherwise) or succeeds three times. years without featuring for his national team since his debut. But it’s clear, As Goal expected a few weeks ago, Lamine Yamal has already made a decision.
Official statement of the Royal Moroccan Federation
“The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) categorically denies the false information published in the Spanish sports newspaper ‘AS’ in its edition of Tuesday, October 10, 2023.
In this article, journalist Joaquín Maroto states that Spanish player of Moroccan descent Lamine Yamal received pressure and money offers to sign for the Moroccan “A” team. The FRMF points out that these alleged allegations are unfounded.
The Football Association recalls that it has respected the choices of player Lamine Yamal, as is customary for internationals of Moroccan origin who have chosen to wear the colors of other national teams, despite the efforts of those involved in this prospecting process. of young talents in full compliance with the regulations in force, in accordance with future projects with clear objectives set by the National Technical Departments of the various National Teams, all categories included.
Source: Goal