Kylian Mbappé has addressed his puzzling absence from recent France squads, shedding light on rumors and reaffirming his loyalty to Les Bleus.
The Real Madrid superstar, who has missed the last two international breaks, revealed in a candid interview with Canal+ that his exclusion was not his choice. “I wanted to go,” the 25-year-old said. “But I can’t say why I wasn’t called. It was the coach’s decision, and I stand behind him.”
Speculation swirled after Didier Deschamps and FFF president Philippe Diallo cited player welfare as the reason for Mbappé sitting out matches against Israel and Belgium. Meanwhile, reports claimed Mbappé prioritized his Ballon d’Or pursuit, focusing only on “important” games to minimize injury risks.
Mbappé dismissed doubts about his commitment, saying, “The French team has always been the pinnacle of football. My love for Les Bleus hasn’t changed.”
With November’s international break on the horizon, all eyes are on Deschamps and whether France’s talismanic captain will reclaim his place in the squad. The drama surrounding Mbappé’s absence has left fans and pundits eagerly awaiting the next chapter.
