The Saudi Pro League’s Level is on the Rise as N’golo Kante is Called Up to the French Squad Ahead of the Euros

As the European leagues are winding down, attention turns to the 2024 Euros, Europe’s international showpiece event scheduled in Germany. The Saudi Pro League is set to be represented this year, with some marquee players playing their trade in the Middle Eastern country.

Notable among them is the return of N’Golo Kante to the French national team after Didier Deschamps called him up again ahead of the Euros.

The former Chelsea midfielder has been in good form throughout the season for Al Ittihad as he has regained his fitness, form, and consistency.

This turnaround has not gone unnoticed by Didier Deschamps, who said, “N’Golo Kante was coming out of a 2022-2023 season where he did not play much. He had a full season… he has regained all his physical abilities.

“From his experience, I am convinced that the French team will be better with him. He has regained his athletic abilities. He played more than 4,000 minutes during the season – that’s more than 40 games.

“With N’Golo, no matter the situation, there is never a problem. He’s an angel. Everyone likes him. He has no guarantees. To be honest, the seven midfielders can be the starters that he deserves or that I give him. He has a status, and that weighs. But it’s N’Golo, and N’Golo is fine. He’s fine all the time.”

N’Golo Kante’s return to the Le Bleus adds to the contingent from the Saudi Pro League at the Euros, which already includes Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo. It underscores the rising level and profile of the Saudi Pro League in the world of football.