I feel that when he first burst onto the scene he was this ultra explosive winger who would knock the ball 20 feet out and chase it and ut felt like he was constantly at 100mph

But the more i watch him play now he preserves his explosiveness more… he still is THAT FAST he only uses it when necessary. Far better at linkup play and off ball positioning to get into ideal positions and doesn’t try to take on his man as much as he once did in the past but instead just finds space with out the ball.

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    1 year ago

    It’s standard for players to become less reckless as they age. He’s in his mid 20s now and is not a young promise anymore.

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    Absolutely. He’s becoming a more complete player and clearly has the humility and maturity to be coached and develop his technique over time. I say this as a hater.

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    1 year ago

    Mbappe’s quality is insane, i know he has acted like a dva and wants a lot of money but he is so good that he can do that

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      1 year ago

      How does he act like a diva ? The entire media is creating a strange villain narrative around Mbappe based on nothing but assumptions

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        1 year ago

        The whole I’m gonna extend, I’m not gonna extend scenario. He signs short contracts so that he can get the maximum money each time he extends. It must drive the club and the fans crazy

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    1 year ago

    Yes, he say it in a French Tv, he want to switch to a playmaker role.

    Not sure if that’s good because PSG fans don’t want him to play this role.

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    Yep, I noticed a change in his playstyle too. Bit less direct and always looking for the pass more. Also drops deeper to link up passes with his midfielders. Nice watching him play.

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    Mbappé is shifting from pure speed and raw talent to a more cerebral game, much like CR7 did. It’s not just about outpacing defenders now; it’s about strategic positioning, timing his runs, and honing his playmaking skills. This transition could very well extend his peak years, a savvy move echoing Ronaldo’s successful adaptation for long-term dominance