The landscape of French football witnessed a remarkable development in November 2025 with the return of N'Golo Kanté to the national team for their critical UEFA World Cup qualifiers. After nearly a year away from Les Bleus, the tireless, world-class midfielder has been recalled by head coach Didier Deschamps as France looks to consolidate its position atop Group D and book its ticket for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America. Kanté's re-emergence is not only a testament to his enduring quality but also a strategic masterstroke by Deschamps who recognizes the unparalleled value Kanté brings to midfield both on and off the ball. This blog delves deep into Kanté's unique midfield mastery, his current form, and how his return could be the defining factor for France's World Cup qualification aspirations. The Context: France's Challenging Road to World Cup Qualification France enters the final stretch of qualifying as the leaders of UEFA Group D, with 10 points accrue...
According to Foot Mercato, Chelsea will begin talks with Paris Saint-Germain about signing Randal Kolo Muani during the January transfer window.
Muani has been a peripheral role at PSG since his €95 million transfer from Eintracht Frankfurt in 2023.He has started only 15 league games for his current club, with only two of those coming this season under Luis Enrique. He removed the 26-year-old from the final three matchday lineups of 2024.
As a result, a move away from the French capital is a real possibility for the striker next month, with many clubs throughout Europe vying for his services.
Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with a transfer, while AC Milan is also apparently considering a trade for the French international.
Chelsea, the Premier League heavyweights, are the latest squad to be linked with Muani. They are eager to sign a new striker following their unsuccessful chase of Victor Osimhen last summer.
While Muani is predominantly a centre forward, he can also play in a variety of attacking positions, which might be useful for Chelsea.
Enzo Maresca's team might use more firepower as they continue their quest to return to the Champions League for the first time in three seasons.
Chelsea's strong start to the season has shocked a few people, but recent losses to Everton and Fulham have dimmed the spirit at Stamford Bridge.
They are now fourth in the Premier League league, with their final game of the year against Ipswich Town on Monday.

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