Some youngsters who could have turned out for countries in the African continent have taken Spanish football by storm
Former Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Teko Modise says La Liga's young stars with “strong African roots” need to embrace whatever opportunities come their way with both hands.
Currently headlining the wonderkids are Barcelona’s Ansu Fati and Ilaix Moriba, who are both 18 years of age.
Fati, now a full Spain international forward, was born in Guinea-Bissau while Moriba was born in Conakry, Guinea and has represented the Under-17 national team of his adopted country.
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“It is exciting to see the new generation of Spanish stars, especially the ones with strong African roots,” Modise told La Liga.