Paris Saint-Germain’s decision to instil Kylian Mbappe as the club’s vice-captain may have raised a few eyebrows as the Frenchman was chosen ahead of Lionel Messi.
Last month’s thrilling World Cup final was dominated by the two superstars, on opposite divides internationally. It was an understandably emotional clash with Mbappe directing the celebration of his second goal in front of Messi, on his way to bagging a hat-trick but Messi was not to be denied from winning the trophy that eluded him throughout his career.
PSG boss Christophe Galtier confirmed this week that Mbappe was now the club’s vice-captain behind captain Marquinhos in a decision that was taken at the start of the campaign. Mbappe penned a new three-year contract at the Parc des Princes last year and his increased dressing room status appears to have followed that renewal.
