Neil El Aynaoui chooses Morocco over France for international career

Having recently made the move from Lens to AS Roma, Neil El Aynaoui seems to have settled on his national allegiance. The 24-year-old midfielder is leaning towards representing Morocco over France, a decision that aligns with his past experience playing for Morocco's under-23 team. According to Foot Mercato, the rising star «will indeed be on Walid Regragui's list in a week's time.» The outlet reveals that «the two recently had a conversation, during which the Roma midfielder reiterated his commitment to playing for Morocco.»

«Barring any last-minute changes, Moroccan fans can expect to welcome a new player this September for the matches against Niger and Zambia,» Foot Mercato notes. After a recent friendly between Lens and AS Roma, Neil El Aynaoui was questioned about his international aspirations. «I had the opportunity to play with Morocco's youth team. My goal now is to give my all with Roma, and we'll see what happens next,» he said.