Kylian Mbappé continues his expansive communication. On Wednesday, he appeared on the cover of the almost monthly GQ, for which he presented his vision on numerous subjects. From the outset, the Paris-SG striker evokes the “overconsumption” of football and his indifference to the pressure which “allows him to maintain the degree of excellence required to play in the highest levels. »
This lengthy interview also allows the 25-year-old Parisian to discuss the growing number of matches, which he compares to NBA seasons. “I’m not against playing so much, but we won’t always be able to be good and give the audience the show they expect. » Which does not prevent him from wanting to take part in the Paris Olympic Games (July 26-August 11).
He believes he has renewed himself in the game
If he has already widely expressed his desire to represent France, he assures that he would not force the hand of his – future – club. “I have reached a point in my life and career where I no longer want to force things. If they let me do them, I will go with great pleasure, but if it is not possible, I will understand.”
Finally, to return to the field, Mbappé is delighted with his development, facilitated according to him by the changes of coaches. After having evolved under the orders of seven technicians, he believes “to have learned six or seven ways of doing things [son] job. I developed different facets of my game and I constantly renewed myself. » With the desire to discover new football and new countries? “These changes do not concern me and I am simply thinking of continuing my career by following my own path,” he says. All this, without closing the door to more exotic destinations in the future. “Many great players, who have left their mark on the history of football, left Europe this summer and we are entering a new era of football. It’s the normal cycle of this sport and at some point it will be my turn to go. »
