Since the start of the U20 World Cup, a young Moroccan talent has burst the screen. It is Gessime Yassine. The 19 -year -old right winger, recognized for his dribble speed and technique, was elected man of the match in the first two games in Morocco in the tournament.
Gessime Yassine first shone on the occasion of the entry into the “Lion cubs” in this U20 World Cup against Spain (2-0 for Morocco), with two decisive passes delivered to the key. The player who plays in Dunkirk (L2) again distinguished himself during the success of Moroccans against Brazil (2-1). Scorer and still a decisive passer, the native of the Salon de Provence was the great craftsman of the qualification of his selection for the 8e
final.
Three assists, one goal and twice elected man of the match in two games, Gessime Yassine is in tain to make an impression. It also attracts the eye of the many recruiters who attend this competition of young people.
“When I look at the player, who do I see?” Hatem Ben Arfa “
Trained on the side of Istres, Gessime Yassine joined Marignane in 2023. Then he was recruited by Dunkirk during the summer transfer window 2024. In 7 appearances in Ligue 2 this season, the talented winger totaled 1 goal and 3 assists.
When he arrived in the North, Demba Ba, sports director of Dunkirk, said he was impressed by the potential of the young Moroccan. To the point of reminding him of a certain Hatem Ben Arfa …
“” When we take it, we know that he has qualities. We know that in the medium long term it will be a very good player for us, said the former Chelsea striker in the 5 club. In the short term, there is no certainty. When I am offered this player, I am showed two videos. The first image I have, when I look at the player, I see who? Hatem Ben Arfa. In the dribble, in his way of moving I said to myself wow .. I watched the matches until the end and there I said to myself: “It will be exceptional to develop. »» »»
