Another Zidane soon with the Fennecs? On the sidelines of CAN 2025, Luca Zidane, eldest son of “Zizou”, decided to represent Algeria on the international scene, after having worn the jersey of the French team in the youth categories.
A path that his little brother Elyaz could also follow. The 20-year-old central defender, who plays for the Betis Sevilla reserve team, is being courted by the Algerian Federation (FAF), according to several sources. There is even talk of a possible convocation for the next gathering, in March.
Like his brother Luca, Elyaz already has selections in the youth categories of the French team. He notably participated in the U20 World Cup with the Bleuets last year.
Elyaz needs the agreement of the FFF
Therefore, if he wishes to join the Algerian selection, the young defender of 1m96 will have to obtain “ an exit voucher » from the FFF, reports The Gazette du Fennec. The French football body can therefore oppose the change of sporting nationality of the youngest child of the Zidane family.
For his part, Elyaz would be keen to join his brother Luca in the Greens. “ Having seen the Fennecs play up close during the CAN 2025 in Morocco motivates Elyaz in his approach », Still according to the same source. To be continued…
