Andy Diouf earns preliminary call to Zinédine Zidane’s first France squad

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Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Andy Diouf earns preliminary call to Zinédine Zidane’s first France squad
Summary

Inter Milan defender Andy Diouf received a preliminary call-up to the French national team as part of the initial squad selection under new manager Zinédine Zidane. The 23-year-old right-back moved to the Serie A club from RC Lens last summer and has started all three matches for the team in the 2026–27 campaign. Diouf has contributed two assists during his current run of form, following a previous season where he logged 29 appearances and scored four goals during a successful domestic double. Having represented the France Under-21 side with 10 caps, the Neuilly-sur-Seine native is now in consideration for the senior team ahead of four upcoming Nations League group stage matches. The call-up reflects his role in last season’s league title and Coppa Italia victories under manager Cristian Chivu.

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  • •Andy Diouf is included in Zinédine Zidane’s first preliminary France squad.
  • •The 23-year-old right-back has recorded two assists in three starts this season.
  • •Diouf previously earned 10 caps for the France Under-21 team.
  • •The player contributed to Inter Milan’s league title and Coppa Italia wins last season.
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Serie A side Inter have seen Andy Diouf emerge as one of their best players so far this season. This has led to him attracting attention from new France boss Zinedine Zidane, who has included him amon...

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New France coach Zinedine Zidane is keeping a close eye on Serie A, reportedly preparing Como captain Lucas Da Cunha and Inter winger Andy Diouf for international duty.Zidane took over from Didier Des...

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Thursday’s reports claim that newly re-positioned Inter wing-back Andy Diouf is in contention to earn his first call-up to the France national team squad under Zinedine Zidane for the September-Octo...

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