Laporte Desires To Play For France, Not Spain

Aymeric Laporte

Manchester City defender Aymeric Laporte believes his international future lies with France despite suggestions he could choose to play for Spain.

The 24-year-old, who is of Basque descent, moved to Spain eight years ago and despite representing France at four different youth levels is still eligible to play for Spain.

There were reports in the summer when Laporte was not selected for France’s World Cup squad that he could switch allegiance to Spain.

But speaking ahead of Manchester City’s Champions League opener against Lyon, Laporte said: “I don’t have any news either way, to be honest with you.

“Regarding what was said about me playing for Spain, firstly it never happened and secondly I don’t think it will happen either.

“It’s probably not possible so if anything I will play for France. I will play for France but obviously only if I get selected. That’s not up to me that’s up to the manager.”

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