Kylian Mbappé (25 years old) is not an alien. However, for a very long time, the Frenchman was considered a real UFO in the football world. Impressive on the pitch, both in the French selection and at club, with AS Monaco then Paris Saint-Germain, the Bondynois surprised with his own style. His communication, mastered from A to Z and refreshing, has long been considered an asset, as has his great self-confidence. But for a few months now, the footballer born in 98 has been showing us how human he is.
Indeed, the striker, who has a string of controversies (in the French team, his affair in Sweden), seems mentally affected for an unknown reason. Furthermore, his performances no longer impress anyone. Quite the contrary. Since his arrival at Real Madrid, the club of his dreams, KM9 has been struggling. He was again this week as he missed a penalty during the Merengues’ 2-1 defeat against Athletic Bilbao in La Liga. A new failure for Mbappé in this exercise, since he had already missed a penalty the previous week against Liverpool in the Champions League.
Strong words
Beyond his failures, which can happen to anyone; It is above all the level displayed by the captain of the Blues which worries everyone. This Friday, Sport And Mundo Deportivo also indicate that his case is causing concern in the Spanish capital. Despite everything, leaders try to convey a message of tranquility. For his part, Mbappé is perfectly aware that he is not performing at his best level and above all that he is not living up to the hopes and expectations placed on him. Wednesday evening, he also published a message on his account Instagram after its failed release.
“Bad result. A big mistake in a match where every detail counts. I take full responsibility for it. It’s a difficult moment. But this is the best time to change the situation and show who I am.” Strong words from the 25-year-old. Besides, A.S. evokes this “powerful reaction” of the tricolor star who has hit rock bottom. But his message and his match at San Mamés mark a real turning point in his Madrid adventure, according to the Spanish publication. This explains that the Frenchman did not hesitate to assume his responsibilities publicly but also in the locker room.
KM9 is ready to transform
He spoke individually with certain executives of the group. He made his mea culpa and spoke of his determination and his desire to react in order to become the true leader of the new project put in place by the Merengues. A sudden change of attitude which was very well received by the club champion of Spain and Europe, and by his teammates, confident in him and who appreciated the fact that he was the first to console Fede Valverde after his ball lost on the opponent’s second goal.
“Mbappé opened the door that many of his teammates were eager to enter. This is the Mbappé we all had in our heads!”indicated a source from the Iberian club to A.S.. It is therefore a new Kylian Mbappé, more self-confident and ready to take the place of leader of the group, who has taken a step towards his team and his club. Everyone was waiting for that in Madrid. Now, after words, this metamorphosis will have to be confirmed by actions. It will start tomorrow when they travel to Girona in La Liga.
