Algeria. Delort, who secured his place in Algerian football history by contributing to their triumph in the 2019 African Cup of Nations, has had a relatively brief international career, earning 15 caps and netting two goals.
However, the journey for the 30-year-old forward has been marked by a period of relative obscurity, stemming from his decision to continue with Nice upon his arrival in 2021, resulting in him not being selected for national duty since March.
Notably absent from Djamel Belmadi’s roster for the current African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Ivory Coast, Delort remains resolute about resurrecting his international career.
In response to queries regarding his sentiments about missing out on AFCON, Delort acknowledged a twinge of disappointment, attributing it to his noteworthy performance during the season.
Despite being omitted from the national squad, he emphasized his understanding of the coach’s prerogative and refrained from harboring any resentment.
Delort expressed his determination to continue contributing to the Algerian cause, stating, “I have not yet given up on my international career.
Andy Delort can score you some goals, and you can go to war with him. At 32, I still have something under the hood.” With this candid statement, Delort sends a clear message to Djamel Belmadi, underlining his readiness to make a significant impact for Algeria if given the opportunity.
As the football community awaits further developments, the prospect of Andy Delort’s return to the Algerian national team adds an intriguing layer to the evolving narrative of his international football journey.
