The future of Kylian Mbappé It remains one of the hottest topics. As the end of his contract with PSG is approaching, numerous elite clubs have shown interest in the Frenchman. One of the names that has been heard strongly is Manchester Citybut a renowned former player has made a harsh prediction about a possible union between the striker and the coach of the Champions League champion, Pep Guardiola. This is none other than Marcel Desailly, former Chelsea defender, who has issued a strong warning.
According to him, Guardiola’s disciplined style could “ruin” Mbappé’s attacking potential, suggesting that the Spanish coach could stifle the creativity of PSG’s young attacker, in the same way he has done with the likes of Bernardo Silva and Jack Grealish.
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Desailly’s words came amid growing speculation linking Mbappé to City. During the summer, the forward’s future seemed uncertain after a conflict with the PSG board. However, he was reinstated to the Parisian club’s first team, although his contract expires at the end of this season.
Mbappé’s contractual situation makes him one of the most coveted free agents next summer, and top clubs such as Real Madrid and Manchester City have been closely monitoring his situation. The possibility of seeing Mbappé sharing the lead with Erling Haaland has been a topic that has excited many.
However, Desailly expressed his reservations about Mbappé adapting to Guardiola’s playing system. The former French defender argued that City’s style, with its emphasis on ball control and quick movement, leaves no room for individual players who want to take on defenders.
“In France, we say that the way City play doesn’t leave much space for individual players. With all their passing, they don’t really suit players who want to take on defenders. They pass, they move. “Silva and Grealish have the ability to play as ‘number ten’, but that has been eliminated by Guardiola’s philosophy.” said.
The former player also highlighted that Guardiola prefers his players to adhere to a rigid tactical structure, emphasizing ball possession and collective play, rather than allowing creative freedom on the field. Desailly hinted that if Mbappé joins Manchester City, he might feel uncomfortable and limited in his playing style.
How much is Mbappé valued?
According to Transfermarkt, a German portal specialized in valuing footballers, Kylian Mbappé, born on December 20, 1998, is valued at 180 million euros. Also international with France, with a past at AS Monaco, he can act as a center forward or winger on the wings.
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