Kylian Mbappe has clarified his decision not to join Arsenal next season, responding to a young supporter’s request for him to play for the Gunners.
The celebrated French forward, poised to depart Paris Saint-Germain for Real Madrid at season’s end, shared with the young fan the precise reasons for choosing the La Liga powerhouse over the Premier League stalwarts.
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In a video posted on social media, the young fan confronts the 25-year-old Frenchman and says to him: “Come to Arsenal!”
Mbappe then replied, while laughing: “There’s no way, there’s no way.”
The fan then quizzed the France International on why he wouldn’t come to the Emirates to which the PSG forward responded: “It’s too cold there!”
Kylian Mbappe really said NO to Arsenal ????????????????????… when you are small, you are SMALL
— Certified City Boy (@LotanSalapei) March 16, 2024
The protracted transfer narrative of the French team’s skipper concluded last month when he officially announced his decision to join Real Madrid for the 2024-25 season.
Following the announcement, the club has been actively seeking a successor for their star player. Their search includes a list of elite forwards from across Europe, such as Rafael Leao, Luis Diaz, and Victor Osimhen.
The ex-Monaco luminary is slated to appear next in PSG’s clash with Montpellier in Ligue 1 this Sunday, after which he will unite with the French squad.
The national team is gearing up for friendly encounters with Germany and Chile on March 23 and March 26, respectively.
