Lucas Da Cunha has not forgotten the welcome Zinedine Zidane gave him when he arrived in the France team. Having remained away from the spotlight for a long time, the 25-year-old midfielder reached a milestone in his career by joining the Blues under the orders of the former Real Madrid coach. In an interview given to Parisianthe Como captain returned to his relationship with the French coach, whose attitude he particularly appreciated. “ He is a legend for us all and, on a human level, someone exceptional. I loved it! As soon as he had a moment, he came to talk to me, was interested in the man and the player that I am “, he confided. Despite his immense status in world football, Zidane quickly put the newcomer at ease, regularly taking the time to chat with him, both off the field and during training sessions.
For Lucas Da Cunha, this proximity played an important role in his integration into the French group. “ Even in training, he communicated a lot and emphasized every positive thing. He made me feel like I deserved my place », explained the player trained at Stade Rennais. The midfielder also insisted on the simplicity of the coach, who ensures that all new internationals are given the same attention. “ It’s his way of talking to you, of making you understand that you’re like everyone else… What he did with me, he did with all the new ones. He didn’t have to, but it didn’t surprise me: we know the class of this man. » Now well established in Como, Da Cunha continues to score points, notably after participating in his team’s offensive festival against RC Lens (1-9) on Wednesday in the Champions League, by scoring the fourth Italian goal. A performance which could consolidate his place in Zidane’s next list, expected this Friday at 6 p.m. for the November rally.
