Manu Koné pleased to see Lucas Da Cunha join Les Bleus

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·30 September 2026

Manu Koné has welcomed Lucas Da Cunha’s inclusion in the France squad.

The midfielder was speaking at a Wednesday press conference ahead of France v Italy in the Nations League on Friday at 20:45, according to L'Équipe.

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He recalled playing alongside Da Cunha in France’s youth teams.

Koné noted he can now cross paths with the Como player in Serie A.

He added that Da Cunha merits operating at this level.

Source: L'Équipe

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