The question of whether Samuel Umtiti should play for Cameroon or France remains a topic of discussion. Rémi Garde, the coach of Olympique Lyonnais, believes that Umtiti’s future lies with the French national team. He pointed out that Umtiti has been a captain in the French youth teams and is fully integrated into French life. However, Garde acknowledged Cameroon’s interest in Umtiti and suggested that it might be premature for him to make a decision about his international career.
Garde also mentioned Henri Bedimo, who plays regularly for the Cameroonian national team, as someone who could advocate for Umtiti to join the Indomitable Lions. Bedimo’s persuasive abilities and camaraderie with Umtiti could influence his decision.
Recently, there has been a campaign led by Claude Leroy and Samuel Eto’o to encourage young Cameroonian players like Umtiti to represent Cameroon. Whether their efforts will be successful in convincing Umtiti to choose Cameroon over France remains to be seen. Ultimately, the decision will depend on Umtiti’s personal preferences, aspirations, and loyalties.
