Kumbedi gets first France call up to replace injured Kalulu

France have called up VfL Wolfsburg right-back Saël Kumbedi for the first time, replacing Pierre Kalulu, who has a left hamstring injury. The change comes ahead of two Nations League matches, with France close to securing a place in the quarter-finals.

Kumbedi, 21, has played nine times for France’s under-21 side. France visit Italy in Milan on Thursday and then face Turkey in Bordeaux on Sunday; a draw against Italy would be enough to secure qualification. Jules Koundé is also absent from the squad after suffering an ankle injury.