Sael Kumbedi
21-Year-Old
VfL Wolfsburg
Bundesliga
Finds starting role
Kumbedi (muscular) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Leverkusen.
ANALYSIS
Kumbedi came through training without any setbacks after returning from international duty with minor muscular issues, with coach Dieter Hecking handing him his usual starting role on the right flank. The young wing-back had raised concerns after being pulled from the France U21 squad during the break, but Hecking's relaxed tone earlier in the week proved to be a reliable indicator of his fitness. Jeanuel Belocian will have to settle for a backup role with Kumbedi back in the fold.
Kumbedi came through training without any setbacks after returning from international duty with minor muscular issues, with coach Dieter Hecking handing him his usual starting role on the right flank. The young wing-back had raised concerns after being pulled from the France U21 squad during the break, but Hecking's relaxed tone earlier in the week proved to be a reliable indicator of his fitness. Jeanuel Belocian will have to settle for a backup role with Kumbedi back in the fold.
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Should be available Saturday
Kumbedi returned from international duty with minor muscular issues but is expected to be back in training Thursday and be available for Saturday's clash against Leverkusen, according to coach Dieter Hecking. "Sael has returned from the internationals with muscular issues, but should be able to train again today."
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Pulls out of France Espoirs
Kumbedi (undisclosed) has withdrawn from the France U21 squad ahead of Monday's qualifier against Iceland due to discomfort, according to Flavien Tresarrieu of L'Equipe.
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Plays first half
Kumbedi (illness) played the first 45 minutes of Wednesday's friendly against SV Meppen.
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Not an option Saturday
Kumbedi (illness) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Dortmund.
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Suffers from illness
Kumbedi is doubtful for Saturday's match against Dortmund due to an illness, according to manager Daniel Bauer. "Sael trained individually and is still doubtful for the game."
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Could leave Lyon soon
Crystal Palace are analyzing the possibility of signing Kumbedi, according to TBR Football.
ANALYSIS
Kumbedi has quickly established himself as one of the best young defenders in the Ligue 1, and he seems likely to leave the club sooner rather than later. Plus, Lyon are in a tough spot from a financial perspective, and parting ways with Kumbedi could be a way to solve the problems that are affecting the club. Expect other clubs to show interest in the defender as well.
Kumbedi has quickly established himself as one of the best young defenders in the Ligue 1, and he seems likely to leave the club sooner rather than later. Plus, Lyon are in a tough spot from a financial perspective, and parting ways with Kumbedi could be a way to solve the problems that are affecting the club. Expect other clubs to show interest in the defender as well.