David Boly, a 16-year-old right-back from Paris Saint-Germain, is one of the great talents of his generation. He was also called up for the U17 World Cup with the French national team, but according to L’Equipe, Paris is retaining his player.
“He will play in the Youth League with Paris and could move up to the professional team once Hakimi is at the Africa Cup of Nations.” »
“Lionel Rouxel, the U17 coach, had planned to call up David Boly for the U17 World Cup in Qatar. PSG did not want the right-back to participate in the competition. Having returned from a four-month shoulder injury, the defender has only just returned to competitive action. He will play in the Youth League with Paris and could be promoted to the professional team once Hakimi is at the Africa Cup of Nations. Four Parisians are still expected to go: Mbemba, Diandaga, Mounguengue, and Batbedat.”
Perhaps the youngster is a little disappointed not to be able to participate in this competition, but he can also see it as a sign of confidence. PSG wants to keep Boly to give him time to properly prepare for what’s next, to regain his strength after a long injury.
The young full-back has an important role with the U19s, as he is expected to play in the Youth League, the equivalent of the Champions League. There’s also talk of a possible professional spot, which would make sense given that Achraf Hakimi (26) doesn’t have a “clear” backup and will be leaving for Morocco for the Africa Cup of Nations.
Senny Mayulu (19), João Neves (21), and Warren Zaïre-Emery (19) could fill his role, but they are primarily midfielders, and another option could be beneficial. This is also an opportunity for Boly to show his worth. Even though he’s only 16, patience will be required, both on his part and for the observers.
