Yakin explains what Athekame needs to do with Switzerland senior team: "Need to learn"

"AC Milan defender Zachary Athekame was called up to the Switzerland national team this week for the first time as a senior. When Athekame arrived in the summer, many were left confused with the idea, considering he is not really a proven option. Additionally, he was not really a known quantity as a right back or even as a wing-back."

"However, Milan agreed to a deal with a high-potential player, who has impressed wherever he has gone, for an alright fee. After all, spending €10 million on someone who can quickly double that value is not bad business at all. Now, he could be in line to start this weekend, with Alexis Saelemaekers missing the game through injury. He is 'ready' for his debut, and Massimiliano Allegri could grant it."

Zachary Athekame earned his first senior Switzerland call-up after joining AC Milan in the summer. The signing caused surprise because he remained an unproven option and was not a widely known right back or wing-back. Milan paid roughly €10 million for a high-potential player who has impressed at previous stops and could rapidly increase in value. Athekame may start for Milan this weekend with Alexis Saelemaekers injured, and Massimiliano Allegri might hand him a debut. Switzerland coach Murat Yakin also considers him an offensive option, noting selection will depend on match developments and group integration.

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