French president sends message to Real Madrid ahead of Mbappe transfer
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French president Emmanuel Macron embracing Les Bleus captain Emmanuel Macron || Image credit: Imago

French president sends message to Real Madrid ahead of Mbappe transfer

Faruq Ibrahim 18:09 - 05.04.2024

French President Macron and coach Thierry Henry aim to see Kylian Mbappé participate in the Olympics, yet hurdles lie ahead with club commitments and scheduling conflicts.

French President Emmanuel Macron has voiced his optimism for Kylian Mbappé's potential involvement in the upcoming Olympic Games, expressing a desire to see the French football sensation shine on the international stage.

With Thierry Henry eager to include Mbappé in the French Olympic football team, the possibility of his participation remains a topic of discussion.

Macron's Optimism and Thierry Henry's Desire

In a recent development, French President Emmanuel Macron has shared his hopeful outlook on Kylian Mbappé's participation in the upcoming Olympic Games. Macron expressed his desire for Mbappé to be part of the event, showcasing his support for the football star's potential involvement.

“I hope he’ll be able to play in the Olympics. Concerning the Euros, I will travel to watch if we make the semi-finals, and the final is on July 14th," he said, per GFFN.

Moreover, Thierry Henry, the coach of the French Olympic football team, has openly stated his intention to include Mbappé in the squad as one of the three permitted overage players.

French president Emmanuel Macron embracing Kylian Mbappe || Image credit: Imago
French president Emmanuel Macron embracing Kylian Mbappe || Image credit: Imago

Challenges and Club Considerations

Despite the enthusiasm surrounding Mbappé's potential Olympic participation, significant hurdles remain. Mbappé's engagement in the Euros in Germany an issue, as the Olympics comes immediately after the tournament in Germany, presenting a scheduling conflict.

Macron's hopefulness, while admirable, is tempered by the practicalities of club commitments. Real Madrid, the likely destination for Mbappé, holds the key to his Olympic stint, as they have the discretion to release him for the tournament. With Real Madrid's stance certain, they will not let any of their French players go to the Olympics.

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