NEW DELHI: France national team coach Didier Deschamps has shed light on the reasons behind Kylian Mbappé's recent struggles and his exclusion from the squad for the upcoming Nations League matches against Israel and Italy.
According to Deschamps, Mbappé's dip in form can be attributed to both physical and psychological factors.
Deschamps acknowledged that Mbappé is going through a challenging period in his career, describing it as "not the happiest."
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“It's a fact that he is in a difficult situation,” Deschamps told broadcaster TF1. “Obviously, he is going through a period which is not the happiest of his career.”
“He wanted to come,” Deschamps added. “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.”
Since joining Real Madrid from Paris Saint-Germain during the summer transfer window, Mbappé's performances have been below his usual high standards.
He has scored only one goal in his last seven club appearances and has not added to his tally of 48 goals for the French national team since June.
Deschamps clarified that Mbappé's exclusion from the squad is not related to recent reports in Swedish media alleging that the striker is the subject of a rape investigation in Stockholm.
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While Deschamps did not provide specific details about Mbappé's situation, his comments highlight the importance of addressing both the physical and mental aspects of an athlete's well-being.
It is evident that the France coach is taking a cautious approach, allowing Mbappé time to regain his form and confidence before rejoining the national team setup.
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