The situation of Domenico Tedesco and the future of the Devils remains as divisive as ever. While passing through Belgium, Dries Mertens was invited to speak on the issue.
Dries Mertens was present in Antwerp with his son Ciro for the first day of the Masters of Madness, a Football tournament, notably organized by Jan Vertonghen, between several public figures.
He was particularly surprised to see that several supporters of Galatsaray had followed him until then: “I always said that the Neapolitans were everywhere, but I must also say the same thing about the Turks. They are also very warm and friendly people” he declared on the microphone of Sporza .
Still in great shape at the Gala
The Dutch-speaking media asked him about the feasibility of a return to the national team in the event of the departure of Domenico Tedesco. Mertens was never part of his plans, the coach personally went to Istanbul to explain his vision of things, which Dries particularly appreciated.
“My God, that's a tough question. I'm still following them. Red Devils and I always said I was open to a return. But I honestly have to admit that I also love these holidays during the international breaks. The coach always gives us free time,” he adds.
Dries Mertens will be 38 years old at the end of the season, so he does not represent a solution for the future, especially in such a well-filled position in the selection. Especially since he has already declared that despite his intact love for football, he was impatiently awaiting retirement to regain this freedom. Let's say that with his still admirable form (5 goals and 12 assists this season), he would be likely to at least come into play.
