France have emerged as the new hub of exciting talents these days. The likes of Anthony Martial, Kylian Mbappe and Thomas Lemar have lit up the European big leagues with their excellent performance and are likely to hold the mantle in the future.
Nordine Ibouroi is touted to be the next big thing as he has emerged as one of the most talented teenagers in Europe at the moment. The 19-year-old hails from Comoros in Africa but also has a French connection which will allow him to don the blue jersey in future if he wants.
He is currently plying his trade for FC Martigues in the French fourth tier but he has given some eye-catching performance which has attracted a number of clubs. Stoke City are believed to be monitoring the player for a while.
The Potters have sent their representatives to France to have a detailed analysis of the player and could make move for him in near future. Despite playing in a much lower division, the 19-year-old has attracted the attention with his swift attacking display and a number of clubs are vying for his signature at this moment.
It hasn’t taken long for him to make a mark especially following his brilliant goal against the Monaco reserves side last month. Ibouroi already got a call from his national side Comoros but if needed, he can take the field for France. Newcastle United, St Etienne and Cologne are also monitoring the development of the player and could fight for him in the next transfer window.
Clubs will have their eye on the player and if he continues to grow rapidly, there will be offers for him and could fetch his parent club a fortune. The attacker can operate on the wings and also can be involved more centrally and will be a decent addition to any of the top clubs in Europe.
Ibouroi is not acquainted with the pros and cons of the Premier League so it would need some time for him to get acclimatised to the condition. The Potters academy is one of the most renowned academies in England and the player will get the opportunity to test his mettle and grow as a footballer.
Mark Hughes is building a new project at the BET365 Stadium and the youngster could be a part of this ambitious project. It remains to be seen whether Stoke will go all out for him.
