Senior Manchester United and star of France Patrice Evra I believe Les Bleus are playing politics for their decision not to call Kylian Mbappé .
Didier Deschamps confirmed his squad in midweek ahead of two incoming UEFA Nations League games against Israel and Belgium.
He chose to call his captain, after a conversation with Mbappe about his fitness, and the verdict was to omit from the panel.
Deschamps reiterated his view of Mbappe being committed to his leadership role in the team, but a recent injury problem meant a risk was unnecessary.
However, the situation took a new angle this weekend, with Mbappe in form to start at home to Villarreal in La Liga action.
Evra was asked about the situation and believes that there has been a major change approach since the departure of Mbappe. Paris Saint-Germain to Real Madrid .
“If you call him and he gets hurt, it damages your relationship with (Florentino) Perez,” Evera said. Jeremy Rothen's podcast is on fire.
“Real Madrid is not PSG. You cannot afford to take this kind of risk. But honestly, it is you who have built this legend around Mbappe.
“With all due respect to him, he's not at Benzema's level. He doesn't even reach Benzema's ankle right now.”
Mbappe and Benzema played together at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, following the latter's return from international exile, but withdrew immediately after the tournament.
Evra's comments refer to Benzema's longer career, and his tally of five Champions League crowns, compared to Mbappe's current tally of zero.
