This archive report was first published on 19 August 2019.
On August 19, 2019, PSV Eindhoven's 17-year-old talent Mohamed Ihattaren expressed his gratitude for being included in Morocco's provisional squad for friendlies against Burkina Faso and Niger. However, he emphasized that he is not yet ready to make a final decision on his international future.
As a Netherlands youth international, Ihattaren's inclusion in the Moroccan squad has sparked interest in his potential to represent the African nation. Despite this, he has stated that he needs more time to consider his options.