PSG Star Kylian Mbappe Compared to Brazil Icon Pele by Legendary Ex Arsenal Coach Arsene Wenger

Arsene Wenger says he called him ‘crazy’ for comparing Kylian Mbappe to Brazilian icon Pele when he first watched the French superstar as a teenager playing for Monaco.

The Paris Saint-Germain superstar burst into the spotlight as a young player and caught the attention of the former Arsenal manager, who immediately saw similarities with Pele.

Mbappe later won the 2018 FIFA World Cup with France, equaling the late Brazil legend’s record.

As PSG Talk reports, Wenger has not been surprised by his achievements in football.

“At the time, I was told I was a little crazy, but without even thinking, I had this intuitive notion in my mind. He has immense potential.”

Mbappe has become a global icon since his stellar performances at Monaco and winning numerous trophies in France, including five Ligue 1 titles and the top scorer award in four consecutive seasons.

Meanwhile, Mbappe is considered one of the greats of the future despite being only 24 years old, due to his many achievements on the football pitch with France and PSG, as GOAL reports.

The star forward made his international debut for France in 2017 and had arguably the greatest joy of his career when he took the lead a year later. blues For World Cup glory.

Mbappe also helped France win the UEFA Nations League in the 2020/21 season and has won five league titles and seven major knock-out competitions so far in his career.