Kylian Mbappe admits that his relationship with Neymar is not always great, but says there is mutual respect between the Paris Saint-Germain stars.
There were reports of a breakdown in the relationship between the star attackers earlier this season when the pair argued over who would take a penalty in the Ligue 1 clash against Montpellier. It was suggested that Mbappe envied Neymar’s influence in the dressing room – and until Monday, the France forward had refused to comment on the reports.
“It is my sixth year with Neymar. We have always had a relationship like this, based on respect, sometimes colder and sometimes warmer,” Mbappe told reporters. “I have great respect for him and his influence on the team.
“I don’t know [who would take a penalty against Juventus], we’ll see. We have to see how it goes during the match. Being first-choice doesn’t mean you’re going to take all penalties. You have to know how to divide the cake.”
