Mazraoui thought about ending his football career after the 2026 World Cup

Manchester United and Morocco national team defender Nussair Mazraoui may unexpectedly end his professional career after the 2026 World Cup. The 28-year-old football player admitted that he is seriously considering leaving football for a spiritual path and religious activities. "I can end my career after the 2026 World Cup. Life is short. I would like to memorize the Koran and become an imam in a mosque in the future," Mazraoui said. The Moroccan currently remains a Manchester United player, and his contract with the English club runs until the summer of 2028. According to Transfermarkt, the market value of the defender is 18 million euros.