Presnel Kimpembe Praises Mbappé Leadership on RMC

Presnel Kimpembe appeared as a special guest on RMC’s programme “Génération After” on Wednesday. During the interview he spoke about his former Paris Saint‑Germain teammate Kylian Mbappé. Kimpembe, the 30‑year‑old central defender and captain of the French national team, spent seven seasons at PSG alongside Mbappé. Their time together covered the majority of Mbappé’s early professional years. The defender recalled moments when Mbappé’s lack of effort frustrated him, saying the attacker “tired him out when he didn’t run.” The comment highlighted the occasional tension between the two players. Despite the occasional frustration, Kimpembe stressed Mbappé’s leadership qualities. He argued that Mbappé’s influence on the squad extended beyond his technical abilities. Kimpembe’s remarks underscored the importance of personality in a team that won multiple domestic titles during their joint tenure. Their long‑term partnership helped shape PSG’s dominant era. Looking ahead, Kimpembe’s assessment may shape how supporters view Mbappé’s role as he continues his career at the highest level.