Zidane: I Must Be Respectful When Discussing Mbappe
Zinedine Zidane promises to "have respect" when discussing the future of rumored Real Madrid transfer target Kylian Mbappe
Zinedine Zidane vowed to respect Paris Saint-Germain's relationship with Kylian Mbappe amid rumours of disharmony at Parc des Princes.
Mbappe, 20, was publicly told by Thomas Tuchel to respect coaching decisions after seemingly ignoring the PSG boss when substituted late in last weekend's Ligue 1 win at Montpellier.
French newspaper L'Equipe then claimed the World Cup winner has at times questioned his importance and treatment in comparison to team-mate Neymar.
The report fuelled speculation Mbappe could seek a move to Real Madrid in future but Zidane, who recently admitted to being "in love" with the talented France forward, tried to avoid driving a wedge between player and coach.
"That would be a lack of respect on my part. You know that I know him very well, but I have to have respect."
