“Trossard is currently too short to claim anything after missing the first two matches,” former Belgium international Philippe Albert said of the winger’s current standing with the national team.
Leandro Trossard no longer belongs among the primary selections for the Belgium national team under manager Marc van Bommel, according to an analytical assessment delivered by former Red Devils defender Philippe Albert in French-language media reports. Once regarded as one of Belgium’s most inspiring attacking elements during the recent FIFA World Cup, Trossard finds his international future clouded by a lack of recent minutes and a summer club transfer to Turkish side Beşiktaş.
The Winger Misses Out on Nations League Minutes
Trossard was absent from Belgium’s squad for their opening two UEFA Nations League fixtures. He made a brief appearance only during the final minutes of their match against Turkey, a fixture that coincides with his new domestic surroundings following his departure from the Premier League. Albert argued that this inactivity leaves the attacker well behind other contenders fighting for a spot in the starting eleven.
“Trossard is currently too short to claim anything after missing the first two matches,” Albert stated, highlighting the fierce competition now developing on the flanks of the national squad. The former defender pointed out that the team hierarchy is shifting, with two specific players having seized the opportunity to impress the coaching staff.
Lukebakio and Godts Establish Themselves in National Setup
While Trossard fights for rhythm, Dodi Lukebakio and Mika Godts have capitalized on their chances to establish themselves in the national setup. Albert observed that this emerging duo has visibly scored points with the technical staff during the recent international window.
“The pair Lukebakio-Godts on the flanks, that is no longer disputed… pending the return of Jeremy Doku,” Albert remarked regarding the current pecking order. The former international emphasized that the high level of competition across the squad means no player retains a guaranteed spot based solely on past reputation or status.
The Impact of a Move to the Turkish Süper Lig
Beyond immediate playing time, Albert raised concerns regarding Trossard’s summer transfer from English football to the Turkish Süper Lig. The analyst suggested that the drop in competitive standards between the Premier League and Turkey’s top flight could gradually alter how the national team staff evaluates the player’s readiness.
“His transfer to Beşiktaş will perhaps contribute to gradually moving him away from the priorities because the Süper Lig is not the Premier League,” Albert explained. He clarified that the assessment does not mean Trossard is permanently discarded from international contention, but rather that the forward must actively re-establish his value within a new domestic environment.
Albert maintained a measured outlook on the remainder of the season, noting that time will tell how the player adapts to his new surroundings. “We’ll see what it gives over the course of the season concerning him,” he concluded, leaving open the possibility of a future recall once regular rhythm and performance levels are restored.
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