Aïssa Mandi: A versatility at the service of LOSC and Algeria

Aïssa Mandi, a OLSC and Algerian duelist, is currently experiencing a period of positive form. Despite a more discreet phase at the beginning of March, where he had spent most of the time on the bench, the Algerian international returned to his place, especially during the LOSC’s move to Nantes, allowing Thomas Meunier to rest.

This dynamic continued with the Algerian national team, where he participated in two full meetings and even scored a goal. He was titularized against Lens and in the victory of FC Toulouse against Les Dogues (1-2).

Aïssa Mandi stressed his approach: “I don’t take the national team as a way to revive myself. I’m going to make my country proud, to be the best I can. After that, it’s not a way to revive me.” He insists that his performances at the club and in selection are independent of each other.

Its versatility is also being used. Due to Tiago Santos’ injury, he also played the right side, taking third place in this position. He said, “After all, it doesn’t bother me. The essential thing is to help the team, to be present in the field. And then even if I’m not present in the field, you have to be as present in the locker room as possible to achieve our goals. "

Aïssa Mandi also reported on his adaptation to different teammates on the right wing and in the hinge, stressing the importance of finding the right balance and adapting to the qualities of each player. He concluded by stressing the need to join the team and contribute to the achievement of common objectives.