Kylian Mbappe, the Real Madrid star, claims that his transfer to Spain has been useful in regaining tranquility as he had endured over time at the hands of the media at Paris Saint-Germain. The France captain acknowledged that life in Madrid is less stressful and strenuous compared to his home city where each step was news.
Mbappe is at 26 years of age and is at a stage in his career where he is very mature (reflective and renewed). Even with a gorgeous first season in Madrid, where he registered 44 goals without winning any trophy, this season already feels a dissimilar one. Having already scored 14 goals in 10 matches, Mbappe seems to be more focused, well-rested, and happier than ever.
His remarks are foreshadowing of a radical change in the way of thinking. He used to be the hub of the off-field politics at PSG, but now, the club is characterized by calmness, professionalism, and composure. The atmosphere of Madrid, which has traditionally been associated with an ambition and balance, appears to be in the right environment to accommodate the player, who used to bear the weight of a nation on his shoulders.
That calmness, would be crucial to France. His form and attention have come at the right time when Olivier Giroud is retired and Mbappe only needs five more goals to be the all-time leading scorer in the country. It may also provide Madrid, should it have granted him peace with the platform upon which to pursue greatness.
