Kylian Mbappé Responds to Neymar’s Comments
Kylian Mbappé responds to Neymar’s comments about their time together at Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), showing respect for the Brazilian despite past disagreements. In comments reported by journalist Fabrizio Romano, Mbappé made it clear that he holds no ill will toward his former teammate.
Mbappé’s Respect for Neymar
When asked about Neymar’s statements, Mbappé said, “I have great respect for him.” He emphasized the positive aspects of their time together, stating, “I want to remember the good things about him. He is a unique player in the history of football.” Mbappé also extended his best wishes to Neymar and his family, underscoring his continued respect.
Neymar’s Controversial Comments
Neymar recently sparked controversy with his comments about his relationship with Mbappé during a podcast hosted by Romario. The Brazilian explained that despite having “minor disagreements,” he always viewed Mbappé as a key player for PSG, referring to him as the “golden boy.” Neymar spoke fondly of their early years together, saying, “I always played with him, and I said he would be one of the best players… I always helped him, talked to him, and he would come to my house and we would have dinner together.”
The Tension Between Neymar and Mbappé
However, Neymar did acknowledge a shift in their relationship after Lionel Messi joined PSG. According to Neymar, Mbappé “felt a bit jealous” of the added attention and didn’t want to share the spotlight. This, he said, led to some quarrels and a change in behaviour between the two players.
