Addressing the press before two qualification matches for the World Cup next month – for which Rabiot was summoned -, Deschamps insisted that the midfielder could “put things in order” after the ouster of Zerbi following a fight with his teammate Jonathan Rowe.
Unwanted Rabiot in Marseille
Deschamps testifies to his support
A violent fight with the Englishman (qualified by the president of the club Pablo Longoria as “totally unprecedented in the world of football”) led to the eviction of Rabiot of the first team and to his registration on the list of transfers, alongside Rowe (who has since joined Bologna). If the Marseille coach suggested a possible return of French, management would seem, inflexible on this point.
Deschamps said: “I chatted with him. I want Adrien for what he did with us. It was important to know in which state of mind it is. It is very good that he can be present for these two very important games. “He added:” Even if he made a mistake, I hope there will be a chance to rethink things, that things can get back on the rails. I never underestimate anyone. If I can help solve this problem, I'm ready for anything. Not for the player, but for the person he is. I think it is important, for everyone's good, not just football, but also for human good. »»
At least, international selection is still topical for Rabiot; The Blues confront Ukraine in Poland on September 5 and Iceland at the Parc des Princes on September 9, and Deschamps has clearly always confidence in the winner of the World Cup with the Blues. At the same time, clubs like Tottenham and Aston Villa have been mentioned for the midfielder, an increasingly likely departure given its status in Marseille.
