Mbappe and Konate are part of the France squad that will be looking to win the tournament
Konate endured a difficult season at Liverpool, where he made 37 appearances in all competitions.
However, the centre-back was left as an unused substitute for eight of the final 12 Premier League fixtures
Konate will be looking to enjoy a successful tournament on the international stage
Mbappe has stated why he is happy to have Konate in the squad and explained what the Liverpool defender brings to the France set-up.
Mbappe
“! Super player and super guy,”
“There’s a pretty crazy thing about him: on the field, he’s an absolute beast who you don’t want to cross, but outside, he’s a cream, a very cheerful and friendly guy.
“He’s really melted into the group very quickly.”
“In fact, it’s like he has been there for ten years, while he arrived two years ago. It is one of his greatest strengths, beyond the footballer who is constantly growing.”
“He takes on importance in the group. He does not hesitate to speak. He is really good.
“He took the place of holder that occupied, Raph (Varane), in central defence, a game sector with a lot of competition, where we have a sacred pool in France”
Commentaires