Real Madrid's left-back, Ferland Mendy, has sustained an injury to his right tibia during a training session with the French national team.
It was learnt this unfortunate incident has led to his exclusion from the squad for the upcoming international fixtures. The French Football Federation confirmed that Mendy will return to Madrid for treatment and recovery.
In light of Mendy's injury, Didier Deschamps, the head coach of the French national team, has called up Aston Villa's Lucas Digne as his replacement. Digne, who has not been part of the national team setup since June 2022, will now join the squad for the upcoming matches. This call-up marks a significant return for Digne, who has been in impressive form for his club.
France is set to face Italy and Belgium in the UEFA Nations League during this international break. The first match against Italy will take place at the Parc des Princes in Paris on Friday, followed by a clash with Belgium at Parc OL in Lyon on Monday. These matches are crucial as France aims to kickstart their Nations League campaign on a strong note.
The absence of Mendy is a blow to the French team, given his defensive prowess and experience. However, Digne's inclusion brings a wealth of experience and a solid defensive option for Deschamps. The French squad will be looking to leverage their depth and talent to secure positive results in these important fixtures.
As the international break unfolds, all eyes will be on how France adapts to these changes and performs in their upcoming matches. The team’s ability to overcome the setback of losing a key player like Mendy will be a testament to their resilience and depth.
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