The non-call-up of Kylian Mbappé to the France team divides observers. If some see a lack of commitment, others, like Bixente Lizarazu, believe that the player needs to breathe after an intense season.
The absence of Kylian Mbappé during the October gathering of the Blues continues to fuel discussions. Not called up to face Israel and Belgium in the Nations League, the French striker was left to rest due to a recent thigh injury. However, he was lined up as a starter with Real Madrid during the victory against Villarreal (2-0) in La Liga last weekend.
This situation sparked a controversy in France,
sparking numerous criticisms against the captain of the Blues. However, Bixente Lizarazu, former defender of the French team and 1998 world champion, took a position in favor of Mbappé. He believes that the absence of the former Parisian is justified in view of his situation, while regretting the way in which communication was managed.
Lizarazu is not surprised
“Despite the context and the difficulties of the last international break, I am not shocked that Kylian is not there, estimated the former left side of Bayern Munich in the columns of The team this Thursday. He had an extremely trying last season at PSG and a highly anticipated arrival at Real, therefore inevitably energy-consuming. If a player is going through a somewhat complicated situation psychologically and physically, it is clear that he needs to take it easy to better manage his health, whether he is captain or not. »
“The challenge is for it to be clear to everyone. There, it’s not and it gives the impression that the Blues are not a priority, which is not a good message.admitted the consultant.
