After selecting the http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Olympique-Lyonnais-c40130 man in his pre-Euro list, France national team manager has come to the rescue of the player and is hopeful of a good showing from him
In one of the biggest surprises, Laurent Blanc named http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/France-c2899 national team that will play at the Euros this summer. The Olympique Lyonnais man has played just 13 games this season for his club and out of the blue, has
merited a chance to play for Les Bleus at the Euros.
The inclusion of the 25-year-old has sparked a lot of controversy but the France Football Federation president, Noel Le Graet has surprisingly acknowledged the selection.
“Often, there are coaches who have trusted players who haven’t played a game.”
The president’s response is contradictory but not clear.
It seems that Laurent Blanc is ready to take his chances on a player he managed during his time as the coach of Girondins de Bordeaux.
Blanc reminded media that the absence of the likes of Abu Diaby and Lassana Diarra is the main reason why Yoann Gourcuff is in the 26-man squad. Though the midfielder has been selected, there are going to be consequences.
Reports claim that Gourcuff doesn’t really get along with a lot of squad players. After the events in http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/South-Africa-c757 at the 2010 World Cup, there have been some problems between Gourcuff and Bayern Munich star Franck Ribery.
The former Bordeaux man is also worried whether he will successfully integrate into the squad or not. However, Laurent Blanc has come to the rescue of his protégée. The former France international says that Gourcuff has never disappointed in France colours
and will be a valuable addition to the squad.
“Yoann has never disappointed in the France team. He also scored three goals in his last six selections. When I hear that it can be dangerous for the group, it looks like we are bringing a wolf among sheep. Yoann is not a wolf. He joined the group. He is
out of injury and poor form,” said Blanc.
Clearly, Blanc has made a big decision and would be keen to see the player repay the faith put in him.
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