The anticipation surrounding a potential return of Wilfried Zaha to the national team has sparked widespread interest. Following a recent meeting between Zaha and the new Elephants coach, Faé Emerse, along with his assistant Guy Demel, fans eagerly await news of the Galatasaray striker’s potential comeback.
However, amidst the excitement, sports commentator Martial Gohourou has offered a tempered perspective, highlighting that this meeting alone does not guarantee Zaha’s return to the national team.
Gohourou emphasized the importance of Zaha’s current form and playing status at his club, cautioning against assuming his inclusion based solely on the meeting with the coaching staff.
“I am convinced that when Wilfried Zaha started the season, he was in top form, but he has been sidelined for a while now. As it stands, if this trend continues, his presence in the squad in June is uncertain.
It’s his current state of form that matters,” Gohourou stated.
The sports commentator urged against raising false hopes, emphasizing that the mere fact of the coach meeting Zaha does not automatically secure his return to the national team.
“This gesture does not guarantee his selection. As an Ivorian international footballer, it’s only natural for the Ivory Coast coach to reach out to him. Zaha, previously sanctioned for indiscipline, was not formally banned from the national team. Therefore, while no player is indispensable, none are excluded either,” Gohourou explained.
The sentiment echoes the stance of the current leadership of the Ivorian Football Federation (FIF), which emphasizes inclusivity and meritocracy in team selection.
While the meeting between Zaha and the coaching staff has sparked speculation, it remains to be seen whether the talented forward will don the Elephants’ jersey once again.
As the Elephants prepare for upcoming fixtures, the footballing world eagerly awaits further developments regarding Zaha’s potential return to international duty.
Martial GOHOUROU:
« Je suis convaincu que quand Wilfried Zaha a commencé la saison, il est allé très fort mais depuis un moment, il ne joue pas dans son club. Tel qu’il est aujourd’hui, si ça continue dans cette ligne, ce n’est pas sûr qu’il soit là en juin, c’est l’état de… pic.twitter.com/mGuyOwCnrj
— PROM’IVOIRE 🇨🇮 (@Prom_Ivoire) April 4, 2024
