Former Morocco star Youssef Mokhtari backs Ayoub Bouaddi to shine for Atlas Lions

Former Morocco international Youssef Mokhtari has praised the technical qualities of young midfielder Ayoub Bouaddi, expressing confidence that the talented youngster can become a valuable asset to the national team in the coming years.

Speaking to Hesport, Mokhtari highlighted Bouaddi’s impressive footballing development at a young age, describing him as a promising talent capable of making a significant contribution to Moroccan football.

“Bouaddi is very advanced for his age and represents a great gain for our national team,” Mokhtari said, expressing his pride in having such a talented young player available to Morocco.

The former international also expressed optimism about Bouaddi’s future, predicting that the midfielder could deliver outstanding performances in the years ahead if he maintains his fitness and avoids injuries that could disrupt his development.

“God willing, he will stay free from injuries; the football world will surely enjoy what he has to offer. We in Morocco can be proud to have a player like him in our national team. Dima Maghrib (Long live Morocco)!” he added.

Mokhtari believes Bouaddi’s technical ability and maturity at such a young age provide a strong foundation for further development as he gains more experience at the highest level.

The midfielder’s potential has generated excitement about what he could bring to the Moroccan national team, with expectations that continued progress could help him become an influential figure in future international competitions.

Mokhtari remains a respected figure in Moroccan football, having represented the Atlas Lions at the 2004 Africa Cup of Nations in Tunisia, where he scored four goals, including Morocco’s only goal in the final against Tunisia.