Samuel Umtiti has represented the French national team in the past. However, players can sometimes switch national allegiances if they are eligible to represent more than one country. Umtiti was born in Cameroon but grew up in France and has represented France at various youth levels before earning caps for the senior team.
Ultimately, the decision on which national team Umtiti will represent in the next World Cup will depend on his personal preference, as well as any potential discussions with national team coaches and federations. Without updated information on Umtiti’s intentions or any official announcements from him or the national team organizations, it is difficult to predict his choice definitively.
As for Henri Bedimo, he has previously represented the Cameroon national team. If he chooses to continue playing international football, he could opt to represent Cameroon once again. Bedimo’s comments suggest that he is open to the possibility of representing Cameroon, which would be seen as a positive addition for the team but potentially a loss for the French national team if he were to make that decision.
In the end, the decision of which national team to represent is a deeply personal one for each player, influenced by various factors including heritage, upbringing, career aspirations, and personal connections.