"I will take a break from the national team as long as this coaching staff remains," the Villarreal star writes on Instagram.
With seven goals in 45 caps, Pape Gueye is an established player in the Senegal national team. He started every match at this year's World Cup, with two of his international goals coming in the final group match against Iraq.
National team coach Pape Thiaw has been in charge of Senegal since 2024.
Senegal's World Cup adventure ended in the round of 16 against Belgium (2-3 after extra time).
