Kylian Mbappé is much more than a footballer: he is a public figure, a model and a symbol. But this notoriety comes at a price. Sunday evening, during the Canal+ show “Clique”, the player spoke candidly about the difficulties linked to his media image. “People talk for the sake of talking, and it’s free”he confided, denouncing the erroneous interpretations which fuel the press.
“Mbappé who makes the headlines, everyone will buy”
With a touch of irony and a lot of perspective, Mbappé pointed out a reality: being at the center of attention generates economic benefits for some, but personal hassles for him. “ It gives work to people who sometimes don’t want to look for their own information. A little interpretation and Kylian who makes the headlines, everyone will buy it…”
“With great power comes great responsibility”
For Mbappé, criticism and rumors are a challenge to overcome, but he does not shy away. Inspired by values of resilience, he explains: “There are difficulties in life that we sometimes have to face. But you must never deny yourself. » Aware of his role, he fully assumes his status, wisely quoting this famous phrase borrowed from the world of superheroes: “With great power comes great responsibility.” He recognizes, however, that this posture is not always easy to maintain. Between the obligations of a leader and the desire to preserve a measure of tranquility, the balance remains delicate.
Mbappé does not blame those who invent information about him.
The choice of speaking
Mbappé also justified his decision to speak out at certain key moments. According to him, remaining silent does not quell rumors; it fuels them. “When you’re a star, if you don’t speak, we speak for you. » A reality that he accepts, but which he seeks to control by speaking out himself to present his vision and anticipate misunderstandings.
See the positive in the media storm
Despite everything, Kylian Mbappé prefers to put things into perspective. Already faced with constant attention in France, he approaches the new stage of his career abroad with philosophy. By transforming this pressure into a source of motivation, he proves once again that he remains mentally strong.
