Mitchell Weiser recently expressed his feelings following his non-call-up to the Algerian national team for the November camp.
The right back of Werder Bremen, who had finalized his change of sporting nationality to join the Fennecs in October, confided: “I thought it was the right time to come to the Algerian team. But no problem. I'm trying to keep playing so I can hopefully get a call-up in March. » Indeed, despite the unpleasant surprise on the list linked to his absence, the Algerian neo-international remains determined to find a place in the national coach's plans.
The Algerian and German press had anticipated the presence of Weiser in Vladimir Petkovic's list for the next qualifying rounds for CAN 2025 against Equatorial Guinea and Liberia. However, during Thursday's press conference, Weiser's absence was noted. Petkovic, when asked about it, explained his choice in terms that left the door open for the future: ” He is a well-known player, whom I had the opportunity to follow in Germany. He has a lot of experience and qualities, but I preferred to make another choice. He is in the extended list, the door is not closed to him.
For many observers, this non-call would be a strategic choice by Petkovic, aimed at giving Weiser time to integrate into the tactical and cultural requirements of the Algerian group. Supporters, although disappointed, see this decision as a prudent way to introduce the player into a framework favorable to his long-term success with the national team. In the meantime, Weiser continues to play in the Bundesliga, where his performances could well earn him a call-up to the next gathering in March, to perhaps finally make his debut in the colors of the Fennecs.
DZfoot
