Moroccan-German midfielder Wael Mohya has been called up to Germany's senior national team for the upcoming UEFA Nations League matches against Serbia and the Netherlands. The 17-year-old Borussia Mönchengladbach player was included in Germany head coach Jurgen Klopp's 24-man squad on Thursday. Mohya is the only player receiving his first senior call-up in Klopp's latest selection. He has already represented Germany at several youth levels, including two appearances for the Under-21 team.
Mohya's performances in the Bundesliga have attracted attention this season, with the attacking midfielder recording two goals and one assist in eight league appearances during the 2026/27 campaign. Klopp explained that the youngster's performances had earned him an opportunity to train with the senior national team. The German coach also revealed that he had spoken with Mohya and his family about the player's development.
However, Klopp made no guarantees about whether Mohya would feature in either Nations League match. His initial objective is to assess Mohya in training and introduce him to the senior international environment. Mohya's international future had been uncertain, with the teenager admitting in August that he had not yet decided which country he wanted to represent at senior level.
Mohya holds both German and Moroccan citizenship, with his parents being Moroccan and his father born in Morocco. The situation bears similarities to that of Eintracht Frankfurt striker Younes Ebnoutalib, another player of Moroccan origin who received a Germany call-up in September. Ebnoutalib previously represented Morocco at youth level and confirmed that he had held discussions with the Moroccan football federation.
Mohya's inclusion in Germany's senior squad is significant for Morocco, which has also maintained contact with the young midfielder. Morocco's interest in Mohya is not surprising, given his Moroccan heritage and the country's desire to attract talented players. The Moroccan football federation has been in contact with Mohya, and his decision may have implications for both countries.
Germany will face Serbia in Belgrade on November 13 before hosting the Netherlands in Berlin on November 16. Mohya's latest call-up does not by itself permanently settle his international eligibility. The young midfielder's decision to represent Germany may have been influenced by a personal call from Klopp, similar to Ebnoutalib's experience.
The call-up is a significant opportunity for Mohya to develop his career and make a decision about his international future. His performances in training and potentially in the Nations League matches will be closely watched by fans and coaches from both Germany and Morocco. The situation highlights the complexities of international football and the challenges faced by players with multiple national identities.
Key points
- Wael Mohya receives first senior Germany call-up
- Mohya's international future had been uncertain due to his dual citizenship
- The call-up is significant for Morocco, which has maintained contact with the young midfielder
