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Former Paris Saint-Germain defender Presnel Kimpembe has recounted his encounters with Kylian Mbappe during their time together at the Paris club, stressing that the current Real Madrid star has always been criticized for his defensive roles.
Kimpembe said in statements reported by the French Radio Monte Carlo network. “Are they criticizing him for not defending much? I’ve always told him I get tired when he doesn’t run.”
He added smiling. “And what was Killian’s response? His response was very harsh.”
The French defender has been a constant critic of Mbappe’s work, stressing that the player is used to this work from his early years at PSG.
“Mbappe has always been criticized in Paris, so this issue is not new for him.”
Kimpembe noted that the captain of the French national team has a very strong character that helps him cope with the pressure, saying:
He concluded by praising Mbappe’s capabilities, stressing that the player has proven his worth, whether with PSG, the French national team or even Real Madrid, with his ability to lead the team and step up in difficult moments.
