Sunderland full-back Dayann Methalie named in Zinédine Zidane extended France squad

Sunderland full-back Dayann Methalie named in Zinédine Zidane extended France squad Sunderland AFC’s Dayann Methalie (20) is reported to have received a preliminary call-up to the French national team from Zinédine Zidane, according to information from Foot Mercato . Having joined the Black Cats from Toulouse FC last summer, the left-back took some time to make his English debut, but was given more playing time during October. Evidence of this includes his five starts in six matches under Régis Le Bris. Having been called up to the France Under-21s squad in September, Methalie could therefore soon make the leap to the senior side. This would be the next logical step in the 20-year-old’s young career, as he has gone from strength to strength since making his professional debut. Having made 31 appearances (25 starts for two goals and two assists) for TéFéCé during the 2025-26 season, the left-footed player had established himself as one of Ligue 1’s leading players in his position. GFFN | Léo Aschi