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Yoro called up to France squad as Konate sidelined by injury
Manchester United defender Leny Yoro has been drafted into the French national team following an injury to Liverpool's Ibrahima Konate. The Liverpool centre-back sustained a minor right knee sprain, forcing his withdrawal from upcoming fixtures.
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Leny Yoro has received a call-up to the France national football squad as a replacement for Ibrahima Konate, who has been ruled out due to a slight right knee sprain. The Manchester United defender will bolster the French backline for the coming matches after Konate's injury setback.
Konate, who plays for English Premier League side Liverpool, suffered the knee injury during recent club activities. The severity of the sprain necessitated his withdrawal from international duty, opening the door for Yoro's inclusion in the squad.
Yoro, who joined Manchester United in the summer transfer window, has been in contention for international honours with France. His call-up represents continued recognition of his development as a defensive prospect at club level.
The injury to Konate is expected to be assessed further, with the Liverpool defender's timeline for return to action dependent on the rehabilitation process in the coming weeks.