Nantes Sack Promising African Youngster for Participating in Under 17 AFCON

Ligue 1 side Nantes have reportedly made a move to terminate the contract of youngster Younes Ben Ali for joining the Algerian u-17 AFCON squad.

The 16-year-old midfielder is currently partaking in the tournament hosted by his country, Algeria.

However, according to Daily Trust The midfielder requested to join Algeria’s squad before the start of the now ongoing tournament, but according to reports, his request was turned down as the competition was not on the FIFA calendar. 

Following this act of rebellion, Les jaunes et verts have drafted a contract termination, according to reports, but the player is said to have refused to sign it.

Meanwhile, Ben Ali stated he is happy to have gotten the chance to play for his national team, which has been his dream for years.

FC Nantes 🇫🇷 has decided to terminate the contract of "Younes Ben Ali" after the latter insisted on participating with the Algerian national team U17 in the African Cup which is currently taking place in Algeria. 🤔 pic.twitter.com/UvM2DXkXDS

— CAPODESUPREMO (@CapoDeSupremo) May 1, 2023

 “This year, I had the opportunity to represent my country, Algeria. It is not given to everyone to represent this country. It is a great pride. I did everything right. With the club, we did not agree on some points. I respected everything I had to do."

Ben Ali believes the choice to defy his club's wishes and represent his country was one that should be respected.

I decided to go to Algeria. I was not disrespectful... Afterwards, there are those who do not agree with me. But the most important thing is to go as far as possible in the African Cup.”