France great Emmanuel Petit has issued a warning to Kylian Mbappe regarding his early days at Real Madrid. After completing his long-awaited free transfer to the Spanish giants, Mbappe will shortly go on a preseason tour of the United States with his new teammates. But his adjustment to Real Madrid worries Petit; and so do his recent stats and leadership traits while representing France at Euro 2024.
This move ended a long-running saga, with the young star being heralded as the player to elevate the team to new heights in both domestic and European competitions. His final season in France saw him score a career-best 44 goals across all competition; setting high expectations for his debut season in Madrid.
One of the most pressing questions for Real Madrid’s coach Carlo Ancelotti is how to fit the Frenchman into the team.
Ancelotti predominantly used a 4-3-1-2 formation last season, leading Los Blancos to La Liga and UEFA Champions League titles. In contrast, PSG frequently played a 4-3-3 formation, with Mbappe positioned on the left wing—a role currently occupied by Vinicius.
While Mbappe has occasionally played centrally, his natural position overlaps with that of Vinicius, creating a potential tactical conundrum for Ancelotti.
Petit’s advice for Mbappe at Real Madrid
The 53-year-old believes that his compatriot will need to adapt to his new environment rather than expecting the team to adjust to him.
In an interview with Diario AS, Petit stated, “Mbappe is smart and will try to adapt quickly to his teammates. He knows the press are waiting for him. They will not give him time or allow for excuses.”
Petit has urged Mbappe to be careful ahead of joining Real Madrid
Petit emphasized that the only free position in Madrid’s lineup is at center forward, suggesting that Mbappe might fit best.
“Vini has done great, as has Rodrygo and Bellingham. The only…
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Author : Martina Alcheva
Publish date : 2024-06-29 18:52:01
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