The bad news is linked for the French team. After Rayan Cherki, Didier Deschamps also has to do without William Saliba for the double meeting against Ukraine and Iceland, on September 5 and 9, in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
Touched in the ankle after a duel with Hugo Ekitike, the defender of Arsenal had to give way very early during his own defeat in Anfield, this Sunday, against Liverpool (1-0). According to Mikel Arteta, his player had already injured herself in heating but had tried to start anyway. “After two actions, I understood that he could not continue,” said the Spanish coach.
Ousmane Dembélé fixed this Monday
His absence from the group of 23 chosen by Didier Deschamps was formalized this Sunday evening as well as his replacement by Benjamin Pavard, present during the Final Four in June. In expectation as to his future in club, the 2018 world champion remained on the bench this Sunday evening during the defeat of Inter Milan at home against Udinese (1-2).
During the same shock between Liverpool and Arsenal, Ibrahima Konaté, the Reds defender, came out at the end of the match, after being hit in the right leg. A doubt surrounds his presence for the gathering of the Blues. Regarding Ousmane Dembélé, we should see more clearly on Monday.
Touched behind the left thigh, Saturday in Toulouse, the PSG striker is not for the time being forfeited. He will even be present this Monday in Clairefontaine Monday. The Parisian, a big favorite for the Ballon d’Or, must then make a point with the staff of the Blues after having passed an MRI to find out if he is able, or not, to remain among the 23.
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