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Pape Gueye hints at return to Senegal national team
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Pape Gueye, the Villarreal midfielder, has indicated a potential return to the Senegal national team after previously announcing a break from the squad while the current technical staff remained in place. Gueye conveyed a strong message to the Senegalese people, reaffirming his love for the national jersey and suggesting his availability for upcoming matches. He clarified his position on social media, stating, "I love my country and the national team more than anything," and emphasized that representing Senegal remains a great source of pride. While not officially announcing his return, his statements suggest a willingness to rejoin the team once conditions are met. He insisted that his recent decisions were guided by the ambition to contribute to the development of Senegalese football, adding, "Every decision I have made recently is solely for things to move in the right direction for the present and especially for the future." Reflecting on the last tournament, which ended in a disappointing elimination, Gueye acknowledged the fans' disappointment, saying, "I know we failed you during this tournament; you deserved much better from us." He expressed a desire to look to the future and promised, along with his teammates, to work harder to help Senegal return to the top, concluding, "We will work very hard to come back stronger, God willing."
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