Borussia Dortmund have released a public statement after the shock claims that Youssoufa Moukoko is actually a lot older than 20 years old. The German - who is on loan at Ligue 1 side OGC Nice - is thought to be among the best young players in world football.

Borussia Dortmund have defended Youssoufa Moukoko in a statement amid claims by his dad, Joseph, of lying about his age. According to him, the player is not 20.

Youssoufa Moukoko is embroiled in an age controversy after a man claiming to be his adoptive father alleged that the he is actually 24 years old, not 20.