The uncertainty surrounding Randal Kolo Muani’s future is now affecting not only his club career but also his place in the French national team. IlBianconero report that Head coach Didier Deschamps confirmed in a press conference that he has chosen not to call up the 1998-born forward for France’s upcoming matches, citing concerns over his fitness and lack of game time.
“Kolo Muani is in a difficult moment,” admitted Deschamps. “He doesn’t have the opportunity to play or even train properly right now. I hope he finds a solution by Monday so that he can get back to competition. At the international level, physical sharpness and consistent minutes are crucial, and currently, he falls short of those requirements. I already have players in similar situations, and if they are not at their best, it creates problems for the team.”
A Transfer Still in Limbo
The forward spent the summer on the fringes of Luis Enrique’s Paris Saint-Germain squad while waiting for Juventus to finalize negotiations to bring him back to Turin, following his loan spell from January to June. Despite rejecting other offers, Kolo Muani remains stuck as the transfer saga drags on, with less than a week to go before the close of the market.
One possible breakthrough could come from Dusan Vlahovic’s future. Should Milan decide to make a serious move for the Serbian striker after abandoning their pursuit of Conrad Harder, Juventus would gain the financial freedom to secure Kolo Muani once and for all. Club director Damien Comolli is prepared to act, provided that the deal avoids unnecessary financial strain.
National Team Implications
If the transfer is completed in time, Juventus coach Igor Tudor would benefit from having Kolo Muani available throughout the international break, allowing him to reintegrate the forward steadily. For France, however, this exclusion means turning to other options. Khephren Thuram has been called up alongside his brother Marcus, while Pierre Kalulu, despite recent strong performances, has missed out on selection.
For now, all eyes remain on the resolution of Kolo Muani’s future. Both Juventus and the French national team are waiting for clarity, with Deschamps making it clear that time is running out for the striker to get back to his best.
