Outgoing Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappé (25) has caused a stir by omitting any mention of club president Nasser Al-Khelaifi in his farewell message, hinting at a strained relationship between the two.
According to reports from Le Parisien, the bond between PSG's leading goal scorer and the long-serving president has been deteriorating for several months, particularly since Mbappé privately announced his departure on February 13. Al-Khelaifi, seeking to orchestrate a more elaborate farewell for the departing forward, grew increasingly frustrated by Mbappé's silence, hindering any plans for a formal send-off and worsening their relationship.
Having built a sporting project centered around Mbappé and making significant player sales to solidify his position as the club's focal point, Al-Khelaifi reportedly feels that Mbappé's lack of acknowledgment is unappreciative of his efforts to elevate him as the face of the revamped PSG. A separation may ultimately be the most beneficial outcome for both parties.
