El Hadji Diouf believes that Percy Tau’s talent is being wasted in the PSL and called for the Mamelodi Sundowns man to join Real Madrid.

The former Bolton Wanderers and Liverpool formed part of the Moroccan 2026 FIFA World Cup bid representatives who visited SAFA House and South Africa on Monday afternoon.

“I always wonder why South Africa can’t dominate the continent and world but players should lead the way by seeking bigger and better challenges overseas,” he is quoted as saying by SAFA’s official website.

“When you play overseas, you become hardened, get proper experience and your technical ability will be of the highest standards,” he said.

“By playing overseas, the country’s Senior National Team will benefit immensely from that environment.

“I spoke to Percy Tau and asked him what he was still doing in the PSL.

“The boy is good to play for any team in the world including Real Madrid or any of England’s top side. The boy is quality.

“I watch South African football regularly and on the continent, this country has probably the most talented players but they seem too comfortable to stay at home instead of looking for greater challenges overseas,” he said.

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