The role of Mbappé in the French team has been questioned in recent months after its absences at the end of 2024. Deschamps has chosen not to include his captain in the team for the matches of the League of Nations of France in November After missing the international window of October due to physical form problems. This omission of the team made the headlines, because Deschamps explained that the list had been announced after a conversation with the Real Madrid star because he had decided not to call him.
Despite its continuous importance in the French camp, the firm approach of Deschamps on Mbappé was welcomed, the fans worrying about the situation. Deschamps constantly minimized a problem between him and Mbappé, openly declaring that the situation was based on tactical and physical decisions. However, the beginning of 2025 breathed new life into the conversation, with the own future of Deschamps returning to the discussion.
The former midfielder confirmed his intention to leave his post after the FIFA World Cup 2026, and speculations are open to his replacement. As part of a general update, Deschamps confirmed that Mbappé was still in his plans and alluded to the former coach of Los Blancos, Zinedine Zidane, to replace him in 2026.
“Of course he will be there (at the March Rally). Why wouldn't it be? For very specific reasons (it was not included before) ”, He said via quotes from the team. “He is very attached to the French team, even if he has gone through a complicated personal period. He is back in great shape, and it shows in his game, and in his head too.
“Zizou (Zidane) is a very good candidate, a natural and expected candidate. But again, I don't know if he wants it, it's his decision. »»
