Kylian Mbappe’s remarkable Real Madrid revival after struggles post-PSG move

Kylian Mbappe has overcome early criticism after his move to Real Madrid and is now thriving, with French icon Emmanuel Petit backing him to silence his critics.

Chirag

January 10, 2025

After enduring a wave of criticism following his high-profile move to Real Madrid, Kylian Mbappe is beginning to rise to the occasion. French legend Emmanuel Petit has voiced his confidence in Mbappe’s ability to silence his doubters. The 26-year-old forward has scored in four of his last six La Liga matches and was instrumental in helping Los Blancos secure a place in the Spanish Super Cup final in Saudi Arabia on Thursday night.

Petit attributes Mbappe’s recent resurgence to a shift in attitude. While at PSG, Mbappe shouldered immense responsibility as both a leader and a celebrity figure. At Real Madrid, however, he shares the stage with a roster of global stars, including Vinicius Junior, Rodrygo, and Jude Bellingham. Despite the initial challenge of integrating into such a star-studded lineup, Mbappe has begun forging strong on-field connections, contributing to Madrid’s recovery after a sluggish start to the season.

In an interview with DisCasino, Petit remarked, “Kylian Mbappe has the potential to prove his critics wrong, especially if he wins La Liga. At PSG and with the French national team, he carried the burden of leadership. Transitioning to Real Madrid, a team that won both La Liga and the Champions League last year, was never going to be simple.

“But step by step, Mbappe is adapting. He has faced off-field challenges as well, but those seem to be fading. He’s reduced his social media presence, adopting a more humble and focused approach. His determination to be the best is evident, and he’s showcasing his exceptional talent at Madrid.”

This weekend, another thrilling Clasico awaits as Real Madrid face Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup final. Mbappe will be eager to leave his mark on the match, especially after enduring a humbling 4-0 defeat to Barcelona in La Liga back in October.