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Al Khelaifi Explodes over the Mbappé Case, Serious Threats to a Journalist in Paris

After PSG's victory against Manchester City, the president spoke and had a controversial reaction when asked about Kylian

The Mbappé case continues to generate tension in Paris. This time, the protagonist is Nasser Al Khelaifi, president of PSG, who lost his temper during the press conference after defeating Manchester City.

It all started when a journalist asked if PSG is a better team without Mbappé. The question didn't sit well with the Qatari president.

You know you're looking for trouble, right?”, Al Khelaifi replied visibly upset. A reply that borders on a completely out-of-place threat.

Focused on his players

The president made his stance clear: he will not talk about players who are no longer at the club. “I'm talking about my players. If you ask me a question, ask me about my players”, he added firmly.

The incident has caused a scandal in Paris. It is not the first time Al Khelaifi has reacted angrily to questions related to Mbappé's departure.

The player, who now plays for Real Madrid, remains a sensitive topic at PSG. In fact, the Parisian club is still searching for that standout figure they hope to replace following the signing of Kvaratskhelia.

A soccer player in a white uniform smiles on the field during a match.
Mbappé celebrating the goal against RB Salzburg | AFP

Some media outlets claim that Al Khelaifi's words could be considered a threat. The reaction has sparked a wave of criticism toward the PSG president.

A distraction strategy?

Some analysts see this attitude as a way to divert attention from the club's internal problems. Without Mbappé, PSG hasn't managed to find the desired stability.

Mbappé's departure from PSG not only marked a before and after in sports but also institutionally. Al Khelaifi continues to deal with the consequences of losing his star.

This new episode adds more fuel to the fire in the French capital. Meanwhile, as PSG tries to rebuild, Al Khelaifi's figure is increasingly being questioned.

The Mbappé case continues to make headlines. Al Khelaifi's explosive reaction highlights the tension that still persists at PSG after the player's departure. A scandal that continues to be a hot topic in European soccer.

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