"A Difficult Period, Physically And Psychologically': Deschamps On Mbappe’s Struggles

Despite Kylian Mbappe: Despite Kylian Mbappe not being a part of the French national team for a second consecutive international break, the Real Madrid forward is still the talk of the town. Head coach Didier Deschamps revealed he believes ‘there is a physical and psychological’ element that has led to the striker’s rough patch.

"It's a fact that he is in a difficult situation. Obviously, he is going through a period which is not the happiest of his career. He wanted to come; I think it's better for him (not to be selected) at the moment. Everybody can go through a difficult period. There is a physical element and a psychological one," Deschamps told broadcaster TF1.

The 25-year-old had missed out on France’s previous international break through a knee injury and was not called up for the games against Israel and Italy. He has not scored a goal for Les Bleus since June.

France played out a goal-less draw against Israel, on the night the nation recorded their lowest ever attendance (16,611) outside of the Covid-19 pandemic, but secured qualification for the next round of UEFA Nations League. The game between France and Italy will potentially decide who will grab the top spot in League A Group 2.

The 25-year-old had missed out on France’s previous international break through a knee injury and was not called up for the games against Israel and Italy. He has not scored a goal for Les Bleus since June.

Article Source: IANS