Juba Touabi, Media365, published on Thursday November 7, 2024 at 2:18 p.m.
Didier Deschamps revealed the list of players for the next Nations League matches, marked by the notable absence of Kylian Mbappé and the arrival in the selection of Lucas Chevalier, LOSC goalkeeper.
This is the second consecutive time that Mbappé, attacking leader of the Blues, is not on the list. This absence, although surprising, gives Deschamps the opportunity to explore other offensive options. Lucas Chevalier makes his debut in the France team, joining Mike Maignan and Brice Samba to form the goalkeeper trio. The young LOSC goalkeeper takes advantage of the absence of Alphonse Areola, in physical difficulty and little in sight with West Ham, to take his first steps in the tricolor jersey. This summons represents a chance for Chevalier to integrate into the group and gain experience at the highest level.
The list of players summoned:
Guardians: Mike Maignan (AC Milan), Brice Samba (RC Lens), Lucas Chevalier (LOSC)
Defenders : Jules Koundé (FC Barcelona), Dayot Upamecano (Bayern Munich), William Saliba (Arsenal), Théo Hernandez (AC Milan), Lucas Digne (Aston Villa), Ibrahima Konaté (Liverpool), Wesley Fofana (Chelsea), Jonathan Clauss ( nice)
Backgrounds : Warren Zaïre-Emery (Paris Saint-Germain), Adrien Rabiot (OM), Manu Koné (AS Roma), Eduardo Camavinga (Real Madrid), Matteo Guendouzi (Lazio), N'Golo Kanté (Al-Ittihad)
Attackers: Ousmane Dembélé (Paris Saint-Germain), Randal Kolo Muani (Paris Saint-Germain), Bradley Barcola (Paris Saint-Germain), Marcus Thuram (Inter Milan), Michael Olise (Bayern Munich), Christopher Nkunku (Chelsea)
After an absence due to injury, Adrien Rabiot returns to the selection, offering the team his versatility and experience in midfield. He is accompanied by N'Golo Kanté, also back, alongside young talents like Warren Zaire-Emery and Manu Koné. This combination of veterans and young players provides Deschamps with a balanced midfielder, capable of energizing the game and strengthening defensive stability. To compensate for the absence of Mbappé, Deschamps trusts attackers like Ousmane Dembélé, Bradley Barcola, Randal Kolo Muani, Marcus Thuram, Michael Olise, and Christopher Nkunku. These players, accustomed to European competitions, will have the task of maintaining offensive pressure and filling the void left by Mbappé. Their ability to be creative and get in front of goal will be crucial in future matches.
The Blues are preparing to face Israel and Italy in this phase of the Nations League, with a formation that combines youth and experience. Deschamps' choices reflect a bet on a midfielder reinforced by the return of pillars and an attack without its emblematic leader. For Lucas Chevalier, this first selection represents a turning point in his career, and for the team, the opportunity to test a new configuration for future competitions. The selection, marked by strategic changes, opens a new page for the Blues, who will try to meet expectations during the next meetings.
