Sébastien Desabre’s dual role: Leading TP Mazembe and scouting for the national team
Sébastien Desabre, the coach of the Democratic Republic of Congo national team, has disclosed the purpose behind his presence within the TP Mazembe delegation currently in Cairo. Desabre’s mission extends beyond club management; he is on a scouting mission to identify potential players for the national team, particularly those competing in Egypt.
In an interview with the Congolese press, Desabre shed light on his dual role within the TP Mazembe delegation and his objective to identify talent for the national squad.
“It’s important that I can follow and see the TP Mazembe players. We know them and see them in the country but it is also important to see them in situations of strong pressure that we can find in the national team,” Desabre stated, emphasizing the significance of assessing players under high-pressure scenarios akin to those encountered in international competitions.
Desabre, a French technician renowned for his astute coaching abilities, attended the Pyramids FC match on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, in the Egyptian championship.
His primary focus was on scrutinizing the performance of Fiston Mayélé, the Leopards’ striker, as part of his broader scouting efforts.
Beyond his role with TP Mazembe, Desabre’s presence underscores the meticulous approach taken by national team management in talent identification and recruitment.
With an eye toward bolstering the national squad, Desabre’s firsthand assessments of players competing both domestically and abroad are integral to shaping the future composition of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s footballing roster.
As Desabre continues his multifaceted responsibilities, his commitment to nurturing talent and fostering a competitive national team ethos remains unwavering, reflecting his dedication to elevating Congolese football on both domestic and international fronts.
