Inter Milan Eye Rising Morocco Prospect As Transfer Race Emerges With Bundesliga & Ligue 1 Suitors Lined Up | OneFootball

Inter Milan are keeping a close watch on the progress of Moncef Zekri, with Africafoot reporting that the Nerazzurri are among the clubs monitoring the highly rated Moroccan defender.

Just 17 years old, Zekri is viewed as one of the most promising young full-backs emerging in Belgium.

Therefore, has begun to attract attention across Europe.

The youngster plays for KV Mechelen and has enjoyed a strong start to the Pro League season.

Zekri has, so far, made nine appearances, eight of them as a starter.

In these, he has delivered consistent performances on the left flank.

His latest outing, a 74-minute display rated 6.8 in local reports, underlined his steady development and growing responsibility within the team.

Youngster Moncef Zekri On Inter Milan Radar After Impressing For Club & Country

VERONA, ITALY – NOVEMBER 23: Giuseppe Marotta of FC Internazionale during the Serie A match between Verona and FC Internazionale at Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi on November 23, 2024 in Verona, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

Beyond his club form, Zekri is also a key figure for Morocco’s U17 national side.

Indeed, featuring prominently in qualifiers and friendlies in the build-up to the U17 World Cup.

Coaches in Belgium and Morocco praise his blend of defensive solidity and forward contribution.

Therefore, qualities that fit the modern profile of a two-way full-back.

Inter are not alone in tracking his progress, as per AfricaFoot’s reports.

Lille and PSV Eindhoven are also believed to be interested, while Bayer Leverkusen reportedly explored the player months ago.