Real Madrid have invariably kept tabs on top prospects in the world of football, with the cultivation of talent becoming a strategy that has become increasingly associated with Los Blancos.

As their recruitment strategy in recent years has shown, Real Madrid tends to keep a close eye on rising talents. The signings of Vinicius Jr, Camavinga, Tchouameni, Bellingham, Arda Guler and soon Endrick provide an insight into their approach in the transfer market.

As such, the Merengues were seen tailing another young prospect on the ascendancy, who goes by the name of Amara Diouf.

Touted as the next ‘Sadio Mane’, the Senegalese sensation recently made history by becoming the youngest player to debut for Senegal at just 15 years and 94 days.

Diouf has chosen his destination

As per Diario AS, in spite of interest from mega-heavyweights like Real Madrid, Barcelona, ​​Manchester City, and Arsenal, Diouf will eventually be taking his talents to Ligue 1.

He presently plays for Generation Foot, a Senegalese club affiliated with the French club Metz.

“At 18, Amara will go to FC Metz. It is our partner club, which has helped launch the careers of many Senegalese people,” exclaimed Mady Touré, founder and president of Génération Foot.

Mane’s words of advice

While it may appear unusual for a youngster to turn down major clubs, which included the Royal Whites, Diouf seems to be taking things gradually and one step at a time.

Sadio Mane, who has made a name for himself on the European scene, offered advice that influenced the teenage prospect’s decision.

Sadio Mane, the player’s role mode, told Diafou: “Sign for Metz, you won’t regret it. I went through the third division with this team, and look where I am now. The big clubs will still be there if you don’t miss the stages”

Indeed, competition at big clubs is always rising, and thus the likelihood of regular minutes would be minimal.

However, if young Diouf proceeds to make history, it cannot be ruled out that Madrid will return to inquire about him.