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Silvestre: Konaté faces tough challenge for France spot
5 Aug
Summary
- Mikaël Silvestre discusses potential replacements for injured Saliba.
- Konaté's form dip and personal challenges are noted.
- Youngster Leny Yoro faces a crucial season for development.
Mikaël Silvestre, a former defender for France, has assessed the national team's center-back depth in light of William Saliba's extended injury absence. Silvestre identified Ibrahima Konaté and Maxence Lacroix as key players who can fill the void. He commented on Konaté's inconsistent form this past season, suggesting personal difficulties and Liverpool's struggles might have contributed.
Despite a dip in hierarchy, Silvestre believes Konaté possesses the attributes to challenge for a starting role once more. He also highlighted Leny Yoro, a prospect from Silvestre's former club Manchester United, as a player at a pivotal stage. Yoro needs to overcome injury niggles and establish himself this season to progress.
Silvestre emphasized that a solid pre-season without interruptions is crucial for Yoro. The young defender faces competition but must assert himself. The former player shared these insights in an exclusive interview regarding France's World Cup performance and upcoming prospects.
