Khalis Merah approached by Algerian national football team

Khalis Merah, a rising talent at Olympique Lyonnais, has reportedly been approached by the Algerian national football team. The 2007-born midfielder, who currently plays for France's youth international teams, is being targeted by Algeria's new head coach Brahim Hemdani and assistant Antar Yahia.

Merah has gained prominence at Lyon, appearing in 32 matches across all competitions. His versatility as a central midfielder or winger has made him a notable prospect. The recruitment attempt by the Algerian federation follows a history of Lyon-trained players, such as Karim Benzema and Nabil Fekir, choosing to represent Algeria over France.