It seems that Cheikh Diabaté, the Malian striker who recently achieved third place in the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) against Ghana, has made his return to Bordeaux. The 24-year-old participated in training with the Girondins and is expected to be included in the lineup for the match against Olympique Lyonnais on Sunday.
However, the president of the club, Jean-Louis Triaud, seems to have expressed some frustration or concern about Diabaté’s return. Triaud mentioned that it had taken Diabaté a long time to return from the CAN last year, and he suggested that there might be discussions or challenges to address upon Diabaté’s return this time.
It’s not uncommon for club officials to express concerns about players returning from international tournaments, especially if they feel that the player’s absence has been prolonged or if there are perceived challenges with the player’s commitment to the club. The dynamics between players and club management after international competitions can vary, and it will be interesting to see how the situation unfolds for Cheikh Diabaté at Bordeaux.
