Bad news for French international footballer Boubacar Kamara, as his recent knee injury, sustained in a game against Manchester United, has sidelined him for the Euro 2024 competition.
Playing under the guidance of French coach Didier Deschamps, Kamara's loss presents a significant blow to the team who are already grappling with the absence of Paul Pogba for the tournament. Adding to the team's roster woes, N'Golo Kanté's participation also hangs in the balance, given his existing obligations with Al-Ittihad in Saudi Arabia.
Specifically, Kamara's injury is to the anterior cruciate ligament, as detailed by Unai Emery, the manager of Aston Villa. Emery also shared that Kamara's fitness may only return post the Euro 2024, possibly around the time of September or October. This confirmed the severity of Kamara's injury and the lengthy recovery period required.
Though this presents a challenge for the French team, it might also create room for other midfielders to shine. One such player could be Mattéo Guendouzi, currently in form with Lazio. It's worth noting that his last selection for the national team dates back to the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Kamara's absence might just provide the opportunity needed for Guendouzi to make a comeback in the French national squad.