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Former Real Madrid and PSG ace likens Mbappe to Cristiano Ronaldo – ‘Wasn’t that much difference’
Kylian Mbappe may not have stepped up to take Real Madrid’s penalty against Getafe but he did score in the 36th minute in what comes as a massive confidence booster for the player.
After all, the Frenchman was intensely criticised after Real Madrid’s defeat to Liverpool and questions were asked over his compatibility under Carlo Ancelotti.
His pivotal role in the win last night only goes to show that the player is fighting to regain his best, although he still did miss three big chances against Getafe.
Former Real Madrid star praises Mbappe
Speaking to the media recently, former Real Madrid and PSG star Jese Rodriguez gave his two cents on Kylian Mbappe and the Frenchman’s chance to make history at Real Madrid.
“I had a couple of conversations with him before I left, he asked me what Real Madrid was like as a club and I told him it was the best club in the world and that if he wanted to win the Ballon d’Or he should sign for Madrid,” said Jese.
Having previously played with Cristiano Ronaldo at Real Madrid and then shared the dressing room with Mbappe at PSG, Jese claimed that the two players shared some similarities.
“There wasn’t that much difference to the feeling I had when I was training with Cristiano. They were both the same, they scored goals in every training session.
“They both have their different talents, but you could already see that Mbappe was going to be a star.”
While Mbappe has indeed got off to a rocky start at the club, the management and administration retain faith in his ability to come good and grow into the role.
Carlo Ancelotti has experience in helping players turn their situation around dealing with under-confidence and has done so for several big names over his long coaching career. Needless to say, he is confident he can help Mbappe find his best form.
As revealed earlier this week, Los Blancos have also contacted Zinedine Zidane to help talk to the player and instil him with confidence.
Source: ElDesmarque
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Manchester United launch final push to sign Real Madrid outcast; club resists permanent exit
Manchester United are stepping up their pursuit of Endrick as the Brazilian forward’s future at Real Madrid becomes increasingly uncertain, with a potential January loan move emerging as a solution to his lack of regular playing time.
According to Bernabeu Digital, Manchester United are making a final push to convince the 19-year-old to join them.
However, negotiations could prove complicated because the Premier League club is interested in including a purchase option in the deal, while Real Madrid are not currently planning to give up permanent control of the striker.
Endrick’s limited opportunities under Jose Mourinho this season have opened the door to a temporary departure, with AC Milan and Tottenham also emerging as potential destinations.
Why Manchester United want Endrick?
Manchester United are looking for greater attacking productivity and believe Endrick could provide a different dimension to their forward line.
The Premier League club has also been linked with the Brazilian in the past, as they assess options to improve their goalscoring output after a poor start to the season.
Notably, his situation at Real Madrid makes a move more plausible, as Endrick has struggled to secure consistent minutes, and the club is considering a loan that would give him the chance to play regularly.
However, United’s preferred terms could become the biggest obstacle.
The English side reportedly wants the option to buy Endrick at the end of the loan, potentially giving them a route to a permanent transfer if he impresses.
Real Madrid reject permanent Endrick exit
Real Madrid’s preference is understood to be a straightforward loan without a purchase option.
The club want Endrick to gain experience elsewhere before returning to compete for a place in the squad, rather than risk losing a young forward they have invested in for the future.
His previous loan spell at Lyon provides a possible model for another temporary move, although any agreement would depend on the terms offered and the player’s own preferences.
Manchester United are prepared to make an attractive financial proposal in an effort to secure his arrival, but money alone may not resolve the disagreement if Real Madrid remain unwilling to include a purchase clause.
