Kylian Mbappé was reportedly taken aback by Ousmane Dembélé’s reaction after the Paris Saint‑Germain forward dismissed the notion that he had ever been regarded as the “chosen one.”
Mbappé opts for silence amid teammate tension
According to L’Équipe, the France captain has no plans to address the remarks publicly. The report adds that the two national‑team colleagues have not spoken since Dembélé’s comments surfaced, underscoring a rare moment of friction between the attacking duo.
Context behind the “chosen one” remark
Dembélé’s statement appeared to push back against a narrative that positioned Mbappé as the pre‑ordained leader of Les Bleus. While neither player has elaborated further, the silence from Mbappé’s camp suggests a desire to avoid escalating the situation ahead of upcoming international fixtures.
France’s coaching staff will be monitoring the dynamic closely, as both forwards remain central to Didier Deschamps’ tactical plans for the next competitive window.
