Ibrahim Maza continues to impress at Bayer Leverkusen, earning glowing praise from captain Edmond Tapsoba after Sunday’s 2-1 victory over SC Freiburg in the Bundesliga.

The Algerian international has caught the eye with his technical ability and creativity, prompting the Burkina Faso defender to predict that his teammate could eventually become one of the best players in the world.

Maza showcased his quality against Freiburg with a brilliant piece of skill in a tight space, beating two opponents before delivering an intelligent pass to Patrik Schick. The move highlighted the attacking midfielder’s composure, vision and ability to influence games in difficult situations. His growing impact has strengthened his position at Leverkusen, where his performances continue to attract attention. Tapsoba revealed that the youngster’s displays come as no surprise to him, having witnessed his abilities during training sessions.

“When I see what he does in training, I’m not surprised. He is one of the best players in the Bundesliga. He has incredible potential and all the qualities required to become one of the best players in the world,” Tapsoba said. Maza’s impressive performances have also sparked interest in the transfer market, with several Premier League clubs reportedly monitoring his progress. Valued at €50 million, the Algerian playmaker is emerging as one of Leverkusen’s exciting talents, and his continued development could attract even greater attention from Europe’s top clubs.