Adrien Truffert in line for France return under Zidane

Adrien Truffert has emerged as a strong candidate for a France recall as Zinedine Zidane begins a new era with uncertainty at left-back. The Bournemouth defender has made only one appearance for Les Bleus, in September 2022, but his steady club performances have reopened the debate around his place in the squad.

The position is unsettled. Lucas Digne has yet to play an official minute for Paris Saint-Germain since his transfer, while the recent France displays of brothers Theo and Lucas Hernandez have prompted reservations. That situation could give Truffert an opportunity when Zidane names his first squads and establishes a new hierarchy.

Truffert, 24, has been valued for his defensive discipline and his contribution going forward at club level. His absence from France’s squad for the last World Cup had already been viewed as surprising, and Pierre Ménès considers a return under Zidane a likely development given the limited competition currently available.

The player has kept his focus on Bournemouth rather than treating France as a personal target. He has made clear that performing for his club is the route to international selection and that he would accept the call if it arrives. For now, his return remains a possibility rather than an announced selection, but the left-back vacancy has placed him back in contention.