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Roy Keane backs Dider Deschamps' 'unorthodox' treatment of William Saliba... as the Arsenal man gets the nod to start France's opener against Austria at Euro 2024

Roy Keane has revealed that he supports France boss Didier Deschamps' treatment of William Saliba.

Despite being a consistent performer for Arsenal over the past couple of seasons, Saliba has had to be patient to establish himself as a regular in the France team.

Deschamps named Saliba in the starting lineup for France's Euro 2024 opener against Austria.

Speaking on ITV, Keane said: 'I like it. I think it's right, challenge your players. I like it a lot. The quality in that squad is fantastic.'

Gary Neville, however, disagreed with Deschamps' approach with Saliba, describing it is as 'unorthodox'.