Francis Coquelin is eyeing a good season at Arsenal in order to make it to the France squad for next summer’s European Championship.
The defensive midfielder’s form was one of the key reasons for Arsenal’s great run in the second half of last season and after being close to leaving the club, the Frenchman has established himself as a lynchpin of Arsene Wenger’s midfield.
However, his form has not been enough for Didier Deschamps to call him up to the France squad and Coquelin, 24, is still waiting to make his debut for the national team.
But he has next summer’s European Championship, which France are hosting, firmly in his sights and admits that it would be dream to represent Les Bleus in front of the home fans.
He added that he is looking to have another good season at Arsenal and make it to the French squad on the sheer weight of his consistent performances for the Gunners.
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“Every player wants to represent their country and the Euros in France is something massive for any French player to be a part of”, the midfielder told Arsenal Player.
“To be part of the squad would be amazing but there are loads of things to do first and the most important thing is Arsenal.
“If I play well here maybe I will get a chance for France, but the most important thing is Arsenal. As any French player would, though, you want to play for France and hopefully it can happen one day.”
While he will not be featuring when France take on Portugal tomorrow, Coquelin is determined to catch the eye of coach Didier Deschamps ahead of next summer’s extravaganza.
