
Lekhedim's Heartfelt Journey: From Spanish Club to Moroccan National Team
Moroccan international Youssef Lekhedim has reflected on his decision to defend the colors of Morocco, the country of origin of his mother.

Moroccan international Youssef Lekhedim has reflected on his decision to defend the colors of Morocco, the country of origin of his mother.

Walid Regragui, coach of the Moroccan national team, is interested in the young prodigy of Real Madrid, Youssef Lekhedim alias Yusi , one of the most prominent players in the club’s reserve team, and plans to use him during the participation of the Atlas Lions in the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) and the 2026 World Cup.

While Lamine Yamal has chosen to play for Spain, Youssef Enriquez Lekhedim (Yusi) has opted for Morocco. The two players of Moroccan origin, playing respectively for Barça and Real Madrid, are now rivals on the field and friends off it.

Youssef Enriquez Lekhedim, known as "Yusi" , the 17-year-old left-back playing for Real Madrid, has turned his back on Spain and chosen to defend the colors of Morocco.

Morocco and Spain are currently disputing several binational players. In addition to Lamine Yamal and Brahim Diaz, the two countries are also engaged in a fierce competition to snatch Youssef Enriquez Lekhedim, known as "Yusi", a 17-year-old left-back playing for Real Madrid.