Youssoufa Moukoko, the young striker currently on loan at Nice from Borussia Dortmund, is at the center of a controversy regarding his actual age.
Recent allegations have raised doubts about his official birthdate of November 20, 2004. Key points of the controversy:
Age discrepancy claim:
Joseph Moukoko, who was previously recognized as Youssoufa's father, claims that the player was born on July 19, 2000, which would make him 24 years old instead of 19.
Document falsification:
Joseph alleges that he falsified official documents to make Youssoufa appear younger, supposedly to enhance his chances in European football.
Borussia Dortmund's stance:
The club asserts that all official documents verifying Moukoko's identity are legitimate and issued by German authorities.
Potential implications:
If these allegations are proven true, they could impact Moukoko's previous participation in youth competitions and lead to significant sporting and legal repercussions.
Ongoing investigation:
German media have reported inconsistencies in birth records from Cameroon, complicating the case further. This controversy raises important questions about age verification in youth football and could have lasting effects on Moukoko's career and the sport overall.