Thauvin wants to return home

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By: Manu Tournoux

Thauvin wants to return home

Almost falling into anonymity, Florian Thauvin wishes to find a little light. To achieve this, he recommends a return to Ligue 1.

Since the end of his adventure in Mexico with the Tigres UANL, Florian Thauvin has played in Serie A, under the colors of Udinese Calcio. The former Olympique de Marseille player, who will be 31 this year, gave an interview to The Team in which he regrets that “no one sees (him) play anymore”.

To escape this relative anonymity, the attacking midfielder plans to return to play in France. “I miss the championship, I miss life in France too. L1 is a championship that I know particularly well, in which I have performed well… At some point, if I have this possibility, a good project presents itself, of course I would like to return to L1. But, for the moment, I am under contract with Udinese (until June 2025), they trusted me after my Mexican adventure so I am happy to be here and there is a maintenance mission to accomplish »confided the native of OrlĂ©ans to the sports daily.

However, the chances of seeing Thauvin leave Udinese during this winter transfer window are slim. “A departure is more likely next summer. In any case, a return to France will be the priority when I leave. But I don’t want to go back, it will take an identity and a game that suits me”warns the French international, author of four goals in the Italian championship this season.

Manu Tournoux

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Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.