"How could I make fun of Mbappe?": Emi Martinez Denies Making Fun of Mbappe Despite ‘Offensive’ Gestures

Aston Villa goalkeeper, Emiliano Martinez has denied claims saying he made a mockery of Kylian Mbappe during Argentina's World Cup celebration. 

The Argentine had a perfect outing at the World Cup, notably the important point-blank save in the final to help Argentina win their third World Cup title. 

Argentina conceded three times against France and Mbappe with the PSG star scoring all . 

After the encounter, the Aston Villa shot-stopper was seen holding a doll with Kylian Mbappe's face as part of Argentina's World Cup celebrations. 

This action was labelled 'offensive',But he has denied such claims, saying he has outmost respect for Kylian Mbappe.

 "How could I make fun of Mbappe?" Martinez quipped as quoted by Roy Nemer.

 "He scored four goals! Four goals in the final...He must think I'm his doll! I repeat: I have enormous respect for Mbappe."