Why Zidane calls Mayulu before the Nations League

Senny Mayulu, 20, an offensive joker who has become indispensable for PSG over the past two years, has been called up by Zinédine Zidane to the senior France team.

Initially summoned to the French U21 side during the autumn gathering, the young Parisian was recalled on Wednesday, the day before the Nations League match against Italy. He joined the France A squad in the morning to replace captain Kylian Mbappé, who is sidelined with a hamstring injury.

Zidane backs young Senny Mayulu for the Nations League

During a press conference at the San Siro, Zidane said that Mayulu can play as a number 9 but also as a midfielder, and that he appreciates his technique and qualities. The manager added that the player naturally formed part of their considerations and that his integration meets the need for coherence in the face of numerous offensive absences.

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