Three France U21s with plenty at stake this international break 🇫🇷 | OneFootball

On the occasion of this new French gathering, here are the players who have a lot at stake this September.

Three names, whether new or not, who have everything to prove in the coming days.

The big first test is against Ukraine tonight, at 8:45 PM.

Adrien Rabiot

Following recent events with OM, Adrien Rabiot has every reason to show both his commitment and his talent if he gets to play.

With just a few months to go before the World Cup, missteps will not be tolerated; it’s up to him to prove what he’s capable of with Les Bleus. A poor performance and the debates will be reopened, especially since the French midfield pool is far from empty.

Khéphren Thuram

The player seems to have moved ahead of Mattéo Guendouzi and Warren Zaïre-Emery in the hierarchy. However, Ngolo Kanté has shown he is capable of making a comeback with the French team, and Paul Pogba could well prove convincing with Monaco.

Khéphren Thuram has every reason to seize an opportunity if he wants to continue his journey with Les Bleus.

Hugo Ekitike

Freshly called up by Didier Deschamps, Hugo Ekitike has every chance to show that he can be a striker to count on.

Even if he doesn’t play during this gathering, his training sessions and attitude will be closely watched by the entire staff, so what he brings to the table will be crucial. A first time with Les Bleus—there’s no way Hugo Ekitike can let this opportunity slip by.

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