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Vardy reveals Kante considered playing for Mali before Leicester move
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Vardy reveals Kante considered playing for Mali before Leicester move

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Jamie Vardy revealed N'Golo Kante considered playing for Mali before joining Leicester City.
  • Kante's initial thought was to represent Mali, honoring his heritage, before committing to France.
  • Vardy's revelation offers a glimpse into Kante's early career decisions.

Jamie Vardy, a former teammate, has shared a surprising detail about N'Golo Kante's early career. Vardy revealed that the celebrated midfielder once contemplated representing Mali internationally. This consideration came before Kante ultimately chose to play for France.

Vardy explained that Kante's initial inclination was to honor his Malian roots. This desire to connect with his heritage played a significant role in his thought process regarding his international future. The revelation sheds light on the complex decisions players face when choosing which national team to represent.

The former Leicester City striker's anecdote provides a unique perspective on Kante's journey. It highlights that even a player now considered a global star had to navigate significant choices early in his career. Vardy's account underscores Kante's deep connection to his background, even as his professional path led him to international prominence with France.

He was thinking about playing for Mali, to honor his roots.

— Jamie VardyJamie Vardy discussing N'Golo Kante's early international career considerations.
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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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