June 15, (THEWILL) – Kylian Mbappe has come to the defence of his former teammate, Lionel Messi, citing the Argentine’s remarkable legacy in the world of football.
Mbappe’s support for Messi emerged in the wake of their two-year spell together at Paris Saint-Germain, which recently concluded with Messi’s decision to join MLS side, Inter Miami, after his contract expires at the end of June. In a candid interview with Gazzetta dello Sport, Mbappe passionately spoke about the significance of Messi’s contribution to the sport. “We’re talking about potentially the best player in the history of football. It’s never good news when someone like Messi leaves.”
The French forward expressed his bewilderment at the relief expressed by many over Messi’s departure, asserting that the football icon deserved respect during his time in France. Mbappe acknowledged the lack of recognition received by Messi and lamented the missed opportunity to fully appreciate his talent.
Mbappe’s staunch defence of Messi comes amid speculations surrounding his own future at PSG. Recent reports monitored by THEWILL have suggested that the talented striker has conveyed to the club his decision not to activate an extension clause in his contract, which is due to expire in 2024.
While PSG would prefer to sell Mbappe rather than lose him on a free transfer, the player’s position regarding a potential move to Real Madrid has appeared contradictory in subsequent statements. The ongoing saga has left PSG unimpressed, as they grapple with the uncertainties surrounding their star player.
Jude Obafemi is a versatile senior Correspondent at THEWILL Newspapers, excelling in sourcing, researching, and delivering sports news stories for both print and digital publications.
