Gilberto Mora, a key player for Xolos, has fulfilled his civic duties by obtaining his voter registration card, known as the INE, in Tijuana on October 14, marking his 18th birthday.
The club is also exempt from FIFA's regulations regarding minors, allowing it to explore lucrative opportunities in European football without restrictions.
Rafael "Morita" Mora, a young midfielder from the national squad, recently visited local electoral offices to obtain his first official identification. He was seen smiling as he processed his documents, taking photos with the staff and other citizens who were also completing their paperwork.
Noted on the frontlines of civic engagement, professional footballer Gilberto Rafael "Morita" Mora recently made a visit to the INE module in Tijuana to complete the registration process for his first voter identification card, known as a Credencial for Voting.
The electoral body has publicly celebrated the national team's visit on its social media platforms, using a symbolic image. This endorsement is significant for the young player's future, as it will grant him greater autonomy when he reaches the age of majority on October 14, allowing him to negotiate contracts with foreign clubs without being subject to FIFA's restrictions on minors.
Top European clubs including Real Madrid, Barcelona, Liverpool, Borussia Dortmund, and Benfica have reportedly taken notice of the player's exceptional talent, sparking interest in a potential transfer. Meanwhile, the manager of Tijuana remains composed, opting to continue showcasing the player's abilities in the MX League as European teams finalize their transfer proposals.
A Tijuana footballer for Xolos was photographed in a National Electoral Institute facility, where multiple individuals exploited the photo opportunity.
A representative for the young footballer has sought to alleviate fan concerns regarding his transfer status. Rafaela Pimenta, his agent, clarified that a reported 18-year-old registration does not necessarily indicate an imminent signing, but rather signifies that the necessary paperwork is in place for when the time is right.
