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Ahead of the release of a documentary exposing footballers for age fraud, Moukoko's father has allegedly implicated his own son with a shocking revelation.
Pulse Sports earlier reported Borussia Dortmun released a statement denouncing the alleged age fraud levelled against their player, Youssoufa Moukoko, by a man claiming to be his father.
The controversy escalated ahead of the release of a documentary titled ‘Tricks, Cheats, Deception - The Million Dollar Business with Football Talents' from German channel ProSieben.
A man named Joseph Moukoko, who claims to be the striker's father, alleged that the Dortmund forward is not 20 but 24 years old, ahead of the documentary which will be released this Sunday, December 15.
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He further claimed to have helped falsify documents to secure a younger age for Youssoufa in order to boost his career prospects in European football.
In response to the growing media frenzy, Borussia Dortmund, via Sky Germany, moved swiftly to set the record straight.
They reiterated that Moukoko’s official documents were valid and aligned with both the German Football Association (DFB) and the club's records.
Dortmund highlighted that affidavits from Moukoko's biological parents confirm the information in the documents.
The statement read:
“These documents are still valid today and are the basis for playing authorizations and permits for clubs, regardless of whether they are domestic or foreign, and of course also for association teams such as the German U21 national team.
“Please also note that both the player and the biological parents identified in the above-mentioned documents have declared to us and, in the case of the parents, even to third parties through affidavits in the context of legal proceedings that the information contained in the aforementioned official documents is correct. This factual status is of course decisive for us, the DFB, and the player's current club."
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Despite the allegations, Moukoko remains a talented footballer who continues to make headlines for both his potential and the controversy surrounding him.
In this article, Pulse Sports reveals details about the footballer who has gone viral for alleged age fraud.
Youssoufa Moukoko: 10 things to know about Dortmund’s Cameroonian wonderkid accused of age fraud
Who is Youssoufa Moukoko?
Youssoufa Moukoko is a highly-rated Cameroonian-born German striker who rose to prominence as one of Borussia Dortmund’s most promising talents.
Known for his exceptional goal-scoring abilities at youth levels, Moukoko made waves by debuting in the Bundesliga at the age of 16, becoming the youngest player in the competition's history.
He currently plays for Ligue 1 club Nice on loan from the Bundesliga club.
How old is Youssoufa Moukoko? (Youssoufa Moukoko’s Real Age)
According to official documents, Youssoufa Moukoko was born on November 20, 2004, making him 20 years old.
However, the recent allegations claim that he may be four years older, sparking debates across the footballing world.
In December 2024 while on loan at Nice, his alleged father said:
"Youssoufa is not my biological son nor that of my wife. He was also not born on 20/11/2004 in Yaoundé, Cameroon. In reality, he was born on 19/07/2000. He was made four years younger. But he was registered as born on 20/11/2004."
Who are Youssoufa Moukoko’s parents?
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Moukoko’s biological parents are Joseph Moukoko and Marie Moukoko.
Originally from Cameroon, his parents played a crucial role in his early life before he moved to Germany as a child to pursue football opportunities.
According to reports, Moukoko's parents live in Hamburg, and he frequently travels to the Hanseatic city to meet with them.
Youssoufa Moukoko nationality
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Youssoufa Moukoko holds dual nationality.
He was born in Yaoundé, Cameroon, but later became a German citizen, representing Germany in youth international football, including the U21 national team.
Moukoko mostly grew up Yaoundé–the Muslim district of Briqueterie.
Youssoufa Moukoko religion
Moukoko is a praticising Muslim, who always offers prayers in the changing room
Youssoufa Moukoko Career
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Moukoko began his footballing journey in Cameroon before joining St. Pauli's academy in Germany.
He quickly caught the attention of Borussia Dortmund, where he shattered goal-scoring records in the youth leagues.
At just 16, he made his Bundesliga debut and has since been touted as a future star. However, inconsistent form and injuries have hampered his progress, leading to a loan move to OGC Nice.
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Moukoko played for the Germany national U16 team for the first time on 11 September 2017, in a 3–1 victory over Austria.
Two days later, in his second match against the same opponent, he scored both goals for Germany in a 2–1 victory.
At that time, Moukoko was the youngest player in the U16s.
However, in order to protect Moukoko from too much media attention, Dortmund and the DFB decided not to continue using him in selected teams temporarily.
In March 2021, Moukoko received call up for the Germany U21 team, but received an injury in the training, ruling him out until the end of 2020–21 season.
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Moukoko later made his debut for the U21s on 2 September 2021, in a 6-0 win over San Marino, to which he contributed two goals.
On 10 November 2022, Moukoko received call up for the Germany national team for the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar.
He made his debut in a pre-tournament friendly against Oman on 16 November, and became the youngest debutant for Germany since Uwe Seeler in 1954.
On 23 November, Moukoko made his World Cup debut against Japan, replacing Serge Gnabry as a substitute in the 90th minute, thus becoming the youngest German player ever to feature in the World Cup, aged 18 years and 3 days.
He holds the record as the youngest player ever to debut in the Champions League
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On 8 December, Moukoko made his debut for Dortmund in the UEFA Champions League as a substitute against Zenit Saint Petersburg, becoming the youngest player in the competition's history at the age of 16 years and 18 days.
This broke the record previously held by Super Eagles legend Celestine Babayaro of 16 years and 87 days.
Youssoufa Moukoko Salary 2024
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According to Capology, Youssoufa Moukoko earns an estimated €3 million per year while playing at OGC Nice (on loan from Borussia Dortmund).
This impressive salary reflects Dortmund’s belief in his talent and potential to become a key player.
What is Youssoufa Moukoko Net Worth?
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As of 2024, Moukoko’s net worth is estimated to be around $1 million.
However, he has a market value of €18 million as per Transfermrkt.
His earnings come from his professional football contract, sponsorship deals, and endorsements, making him one of the wealthiest young footballers in Germany.
Youssoufa Moukoko Social Media
Youssoufa Moukoko maintains an active presence on social media platforms, particularly Instagram, where he has over 1.8 million followers.
He frequently shares glimpses of his life, from training sessions to personal milestones, offering fans an insight into his journey.
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