Borussia Mönchengladbach youngster Wael Mohya has received a surprise call-up to the Germany squad at just 17 years old. The talented teenager, who turns 18 on December 31, expressed absolute thrill at the selection, noting that representing the national team is a dream come true.
Rising Star at Gladbach
Mohya was at the gym when he received the news, later sharing the milestone with his parents over dinner, which left them in tears. Known for his creative play and quick dribbles in one-on-one situations, the youngster has scored twice and provided one assist in nine Bundesliga appearances this season. Borussia coach Alexander Blessin praised his coolness and skill, while sporting director Rouven Schröder highlighted his laid-back attitude and willingness to take risks under pressure.
Having joined Borussia Mönchengladbach at age seven, Mohya made his Bundesliga debut in December 2025 against Wolfsburg at 16 years and 347 days old, making him the youngest player in the club’s history. Away from football, he recently completed a voluntary social year at an elementary school, where he helped serve meals, assisted with homework, and earned the nickname “Waffel” from a child who struggled to pronounce his first name.
Transfer Interest and Future Plans
Even prior to his senior national team call-up, clubs across the Bundesliga and Europe’s top leagues had expressed interest in signing Mohya, whose contract runs until 2028. With Gladbach currently facing a relegation battle, a transfer next summer could generate significant revenue unless he extends his deal. His parents manage his career, and Mohya admitted he does not even know his current earnings, receiving a monthly allowance from them instead.
Germany head coach Jürgen Klopp praised his conversations with the teenager, laughing about how confident and talented the youngster is compared to when Klopp was 17. Holding dual citizenship through his Moroccan parents, Mohya ultimately chose Germany over Morocco, turning down active approaches from the Moroccan football association that began last year.
If Mohya steps onto the pitch in upcoming UEFA Nations League matches against Serbia or the Netherlands, he will become the youngest player to debut for Germany in the modern era. While Willy Baumgärtner in 1908 and Marius Hiller in 1910 debuted at younger ages, Hamburg legend Uwe Seeler held the modern record since 1954 at 17 years and 345 days.
