France have an incredible array of strong centre-backs. Mention should be made of Koundé, Fofana, Saliba, Varane, Upamecano, Lucas Hernández, Pavard or Kimpembe. However, the restriction applies that the two Bayern players Hernández and Pavard are probably planned on the outside. Now there are many indications that Leipzig star Mohamed Simakan will surprisingly make it to the World Cup.

A year ago, RB Leipzig signed 22-year-old Mohamed Simakan as a replacement for Dayot Upamecano, who had emigrated. The young Frenchman couldn't quite follow in the footsteps of his predecessor last year. Next-man Josko Gvardiol made a much better impression. This has changed a bit this season. Simakan has reduced his error rate and brings his potential to the pitch.

As reported by the French platform Foot Mercato, "the idea of ​​taking Simakan to the World Cup caught on with the French national team." The French national coach, Didier Deschamps, is said to be particularly enthusiastic about Simakan's physical qualities, his current form and his versatility. After all, the youngster can act not only in central defence, but also as a right-wing defender. The nomination would still come as a surprise. After all, the player has only played two U-20 internationals so far. He was not used for either the U21s or the Les Bleus senior team.

We can be curious to see which big name stays at home if the Leipziger really takes part. We should be smarter in just under a week.

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This article was originally posted on 90min.com as France squad surprise? Simakan is said to go to the World Cup published.