Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Senny Mayulu has once again earned a call-up to the France Under-21 national team, signaling continued recognition for the promising 19-year-old. The French Football Federation announced the squad list on Tuesday for upcoming friendly matches that serve as crucial preparation for the UEFA U21 Championship Albania-Serbia 2027 qualification phase.
Mayulu’s inclusion marks his third consecutive call-up to the *Les Bleuets* squad, demonstrating the confidence head coach Gérald Baticle has in the young player. Whereas he wasn’t available for selection in October due to an undisclosed reason, Mayulu participated in the November gathering and has been retained for the March internationals. This consistent recognition is a positive sign for the Parisian talent, particularly as he returns to full fitness.
The PSG midfielder recently showcased his form with a stunning goal for Paris Saint-Germain in their 3-0 Champions League victory over Chelsea on March 17th, a performance that undoubtedly contributed to his continued selection. Mayulu had been sidelined in February with a calf injury, but his return to the pitch has been impactful, and his goal against Chelsea served as a clear indication of his capabilities.
France U21 Squad for March Matches
Here’s a seem at the full squad selected by Gérald Baticle for the upcoming matches against Luxembourg and Iceland:
- Goalkeepers (3): Jaouen (Reims), Restes (Toulouse), Risser (Lens)
- Defenders (7): Belocian (Wolfsburg), Ganiou (Lens), Kumbedi (Wolfsburg), Mawissa (Monaco), Sangui (Paris FC), Yoro (Manchester United), Zézé (Neom)
- Midfielders (6): Atangana (Al-Ahli), Bouaddi (Lille), Canvot (Crystal Palace), Coulibaly (Monaco), Danois (Auxerre), Ugochukwu (Burnley)
- Forwards (7): Bahoya (Francfort), Bouabré (Al-Hilal), Cherif (Fenerbahçe), Diakhon (Bruges), Kroupi (Bournemouth), Mayulu (PSG), Tel (Tottenham)
Notably, Mayulu is the sole representative from Paris Saint-Germain in this particular squad, though nine of the 23 players selected currently compete in France’s Ligue 1. The squad features a diverse range of players from across Europe, highlighting the breadth of talent within the French youth system.
Paris FC’s Nhoa Sangui and Lens goalkeeper Robin Risser also feature in the squad. Risser has been mentioned as a potential future senior international, while Ayyoub Bouaddi of Lille was recently the subject of discussion regarding his international future, having not been called up by Morocco. French national team manager Didier Deschamps addressed the situation on Thursday, stating, “He has the freedom to choose, I won’t take that away from him. I haven’t spoken to him, I won’t change my way of working. Obviously, we follow his performances, but there is very strong competition. I have taken 6 midfielders but there are others who have already come and could be part of it. I will not anticipate what I will decide in May.”
France’s Under-21 team currently leads their Euro qualification group with 10 points. They will face Luxembourg on March 26th in Differdange (7:30 PM CET / 1:30 PM EST) and Iceland on March 30th in Auxerre (7:00 PM CET / 1:00 PM EST). These matches represent important steps towards securing a place in the UEFA U21 Championship.
Senny Mayulu’s continued involvement with the France U21 team underscores his growing importance within both the PSG setup and the national youth program. His recent performances, coupled with his inclusion in Baticle’s squad, suggest a bright future for the young midfielder. For fans following the development of promising young talent, Mayulu is certainly a name to watch.
The call-up provides Mayulu with a valuable opportunity to gain further international experience and build upon his recent successes with PSG. It also allows him to showcase his abilities on a larger stage, potentially accelerating his progression towards the senior national team.
What’s Next: The France U21 team will travel to Luxembourg on March 26th for their first qualifying match, followed by a home game against Iceland on March 30th in Auxerre. Fans can follow updates on the French Football Federation’s official website and social media channels.
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