Zinédine Zidane, the newly appointed coach of the French national football team, has decided to keep Mike Maignan as the first-choice goalkeeper, even though there are younger players in the squad who could challenge for the position. Maignan, who currently plays for AC Milan, has been the starting goalkeeper in all three of France's recent international matches during the latest international break. These matches included games against Turkey, Belgium, and Italy. His performances have been praised, with Zidane specifically pointing out Maignan's ability to contribute offensively and his effective positioning during matches. Although Maignan is the number one goalkeeper, there has been some speculation that Guillaume Restes, a young player from Toulouse, might make his debut for the national team in the upcoming match against Belgium. However, Zidane has not officially confirmed this, saying that the decision will be made closer to the game. Fabien Barthez, who is now part of Zidane's coaching staff, has been involved in discussions about the selection of goalkeepers for the team. Éric Allibert, the coach of Guillaume Restes at Toulouse, has noted similarities between Restes and Maignan, particularly in their professional attitudes and how they approach their roles. Allibert previously worked with Maignan at Lille and has adjusted his coaching methods to help Restes improve his play with the feet. This is an important area for modern goalkeepers, who are often expected to contribute more offensively and distribute the ball effectively from the back. Despite the similarities between Restes and Maignan, Allibert believes that Restes still needs to develop his skills further, especially in playing with his feet. While Restes has the potential to be a strong goalkeeper, he has not yet reached the level of experience and consistency that Maignan currently displays. The decision on whether Restes will make his debut for the national team will depend on how he performs in training and how the coaching staff evaluates his readiness for international competition.