The France international hopes to rediscover his best form with Lyon and move past an alleged blackmail plot involving Karim Benzema against him
Mathieu Valbuena believes he is through the worst of a difficult season on and off the field for Lyon and France.
Languishing in ninth position in Ligue 1, Lyon entertain bitter rivals - and Valbuena's former club - Marseille on Sunday.
The 31-year-old was the victim of sustained abuse from the stands during the reverse fixture in September, before finding himself the victim of an alleged attempt at blackmail over a s3x tape.
Fellow France international Karim Benzema was charged with complicity in an alleged attempt to extort Valbuena and participating in a criminal conspiracy as part of an investigation.
Benzema has strenuously denied any wrongdoing, while Valbuena said he was "more than disappointed" by his colleague's alleged conduct.
The midfielder conceded his form on the field suffered during that time but he is now focused on improving Lyon's fortunes and securing a place in the France squad for Euro 2016.
"Everything was a bit complicated, especially for my family. On the ground, my performances were not up to what I wanted," Valbuena told Le Figaro.
"I was disappointed but the worst is behind me. I must make progress towards the Euros and the France team.
"This is my motivation, my everything. Any French player dreams of selection and [to] participate in a competition like the Euro, especially at home."
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