Everton midfielder Abdoulaye Doucoure has reiterated his desire to play for the France national team instead of Mali.
The 27-year-old was born in France to Malian parents which makes him eligible to represent either of the countries.
Doucoure had featured for the French youth setups but has not been called up to the senior team, under manager Didier Deschamps.
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In September, the midfielder was handed a call-up by Mali to pitch his tent with the West African side but he rejected the chance.
The former Watford star has now explained why he snubbed the opportunity, revealing his ambition to play for France.