The France coach is a pleased man in town following the return of the influential Arsenal midfielder to the national squad
The 26-year-old has been out of the international picture for more than a year following a number of injuries that have kept him on the sidelines.
However, the France international has been in tremendous form this season and has played in all three of http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Arsenal-c38429’s matches so far. And the former Paris Saint-Germain player has been named in Les Bleus’ squad for the up-coming World Cup qualifiers.
And France coach, Didier Deschamps, is delighted to have Diaby back in his squad.
While talking to reporters, the former Marseille coach stated that the 26-year-old is now back to full fitness and it is a huge boost for France. And if he continues playing like he did last weekend, he could turn out be a real asset for Les Bleus against
Finland.
“It's good to see http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Abou-c3451 in that shape. If he plays at his best level, as he did last weekend, he's going to become a leader in this team.”
Many have criticised Deschamps’ decision to bring Diaby back in the team in the wake of his injury-plagued record. However, the former http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/France-c2899 international has backed his decision of recalling the Arsenal man.
Diaby played an influential role in his side’s 2-0 victory against http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Liverpool-c39809 at the weekend, and that has impressed Deschamps.
The 43-year-old stated that if Diaby manages to stay injury free, he will be a great addition to the squad and his experience will help Les Bleus in their World Cup qualifiers.
"There always will be questions about his physical fragility but he prepared well - he played 90 minutes last weekend. He is on the right path.”
Praising the France international, Deschamps stated that Diaby is a very mature player and he can be a nightmare for the opponents on his day.
“His potential is huge. He is a very interesting player. He's also 26, more mature, which is crucial for a midfielder. He has a lot of qualities, he's efficient and he can be dangerous going forward.”
Les Bleus will take on http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Finland-c2898 this weekend in their first World Cup qualifying match.
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