Jakobs talks about Mondial and playing time
Become Senegalese international this year after wearing the colors of the German teams in the youth categories, Monegasque Ismail Jakobs played his first two games with the Teranga Lions last month. If the left side is obviously applying for a place in Aliou Cissé’s list for the Global in Qatarthe Cologne native is well aware that the coach’s decision will depend on his performance at ASM.
Arrived on the Rock in the summer of 2021, the 23-year-old player has never been able to establish himself there as a holder, barred as he is by the Brazilian Caio Henrique. “My presence at the World Cup depends on how I play in Monaco,” Ismail Jakobs told Kicker.
A frustrating game time
Started only twice this season in Ligue 1, the German-Senegalese is satisfied with crumbs and is not satisfied with them. “It’s not easy and I’m not happy,” he admits to the bi-weekly. Monaco are a top club, have a strong squad, it was clear from the start that the competition would be tough. Caio plays very well. I also have to think about the team, understand the coach. I can’t do more than give my all in training – and when I play. »
Under contract until June 2026, Ismail Jakobs does not rule out any possibility as to the rest of his career. “Coming back to the Bundesliga? We can never exclude it, it would be an option. But it’s still a dream to play in the Premier League. Things can go quickly, in both directions,” he finished.