The goalkeeper of the France team has not been at his best physically in recent weeks.
The time has come for Mike Maignan. Considered one of the best goalkeepers in the world, the AC Milan goalkeeper begins his very first major competition as a number one. But for several seasons, the goalkeeper’s physique has raised questions. His spring was punctuated by this long adductor injury at the end of April which fueled the observation of recurring fragility. The preparation of the ex-Lille player was also marked by this finger injury contracted at the end of May when he was about to return.
Not sure that the number 1 goalkeeper is really at 100%, especially after his performances during the two friendly matches which did not prove much. However, a technician wants to be reassuring in the columns of the Team. “He is ready. In important moments, Mike knows how to be there. He has not played in major tournaments but he has very high level matches in Italy, in C1. He’s not the type of guy who will be disturbed by the context or the weeks of absence. He is so meticulous in his preparation”
Kylian Mbappé pays tribute to him
Kylian Mbappé discusses the change in status of the former LOSC goalkeeper for Ouest France and pays tribute to him: ” Miky! He changed his status. Here he is number 1. I think it did him good, after learning with Hugo (Lloris). It’s never easy to succeed a legend. The biggest mistake would be to try to follow in his footsteps. Miky has to create his own path, and he has everything to do with the Blues, and if he continues like this, I think it will go well for him. What stands out about him is that he pays attention to the smallest detail, in everything he does, for example, he tells everyone exactly where to stand. He wants everything to be. in his place, without leaving the slightest doubt. And it’s the same in life with Mike, it’s always square. In the locker room, he often speaks. The guys listen to it, it helps the group. I think it’s a need for him. It’s part of his routine to get into his match.”.