Ibrahima Konate will not be included in the French football team for the upcoming international break, the French Football Federation has stated.
The 24-year-old was initially listed as questionable for Liverpool’s away game against Newcastle a week ago today, but Jurgen Klopp ultimately left him out of his squad.
Further concerns were raised about Konate’s condition when he was not seen in practice before this Sunday’s game against Aston Villa. However, a surprise selection into Les Bleus’ 20-man squad for the international break in September allayed any concerns, and coach Didier Deschamps gave a positive assessment.
The Reds’ No. 5 is unable to join his fellow internationals for duty tomorrow because he has “insufficiently recovered” from a hamstring injury to his left thigh, the federation reported on social media. He will be replaced by
With crucial games coming up, the news will make both of Konate’s managers nervous. On Thursday, France’s next Euro 2024 qualifying match is against the Republic of Ireland; five days later, France plays Germany in a friendly.
