Maxime Paredes González, a 17-year-old attacking midfielder from Stade Rennais, has received his first call-up to the Mexico U17 national team. Despite this, Stade Rennais has refused to release the young talent for the U17 World Cup 2026, scheduled to take place in Qatar in November. González, who can represent either France or Mexico, is a key prospect for the Mexican side, which is drawn in Group K alongside Romania, Cameroon, and Venezuela. The Mexican Federation is actively seeking an agreement with the French club to secure González's participation. This situation highlights the challenges national federations face in securing the release of promising young players from foreign clubs. The decision now rests with Rennes' management and the Mexican Federation to resolve the impasse, impacting Mexico's aspirations in the tournament.
