Maghnes Akliouche has never had any doubt: he wanted to play for the French team, and nothing else according to The team. Born in Tremblay-en-France of Algerian parents, the attacking midfielder in Monaco was however strongly courted by the Algerian federation, ready to offer him a major role. But the 23 -year -old did not stop repeating his dream, which was therefore to wear the blue jersey one day. Finalist of the last Olympic Games with Thierry Henry, he agreed to wait, even without selection in young people before the U20. Its time has indeed arrived since this Wednesday, August 27, Didier Deschamps summoned it to face Ukraine and Iceland in qualifying at the 2026 World Cup.
This firm and assumed choice is added to a constant increase in club. Regular with AS Monaco, precious by its technique and its vision of the game, Akliouche was able to convince the staff of the Blues despite a still modest performance in front of the goal. His profile already attracts the biggest European clubs. Now French international, he must win in a very competitive offensive sector, with the 2026 World Cup online.
