Ibrahim Rebbaj, a 16-year-old aspiring star in Chelsea, decided to represent Morocco’s youth teams in international competitions, said Transfer Guru Fabrizio Romano in a post on X/Twitter
“Rebbaj will participate in the U17 African Cup of the Nations Holded out in Morocco next month, even if England is pushing to get his green light, ”said Romano
🔵🇲🇦 Chelsea’s born talent Ibrahim Rabbaj 2009 promises the Moroccan national team nationality.
Rabbaj will take part in the U17 African Cup of Nations in Morocco next month, even if England urges its green light. pic.twitter.com/bvnlmrzeo0
– Fabrizio Romano (@fabrizioromano) February 24, 2025
This election ends England’s advance to keep him in the youth man. The English Football Association tried to convince him, but Rebbaj’s heart was prepared to wear Morocco Red and green colors.
When coach Walid Regragui Calls him to the senior team Next month for the qualifications of the World Cup 2026 against Niger and Tanzania Rebbaj was able to write history as the youngest player who has ever joined the Atlas Lions. The current record belongs to Bilal El Khannouss, who celebrated his senior debut at 18.
Rebbaj, known for his silky left foot and his sharp dribbling skills. He can play in number 10 as a playmaker, but also as a right wing player.
Rebbaj is the latest bi-national player who chose Morocco to Chemsdine Talbi and Ayoub Bouaddi.
