Overview
- Moussa Balla Traoré is officially listed on Real Madrid’s website as an 11-year-old from Bamako who turns 12 on October 24.
- Media reports differ on his measurements, with listings ranging from 2.00 meters to 2.07 meters.
- His appearance has prompted online skepticism about his age, though no formal challenge or correction has been reported.
- Coverage indicates he is expected to feature in the next Minicopa Endesa in Valencia, a frequent showcase for top youth prospects.
- The move is being compared to Barcelona’s recruitment of 2.10-meter Mohamed Dabone, highlighting a broader trend of Spanish clubs signing very tall African youths and the pathways seen with cases like Bassala Bagayoko.