Is Kylian Mbappé’s Delayed Physical Preparation Affecting His Performance with PSG ?

Kylian Mbappé has been lacking his usual precision in recent matches, with his diminished effectiveness coming under scrutiny in a report by L’Équipe this Monday morning. The report suggests that Mbappé may have fallen behind in his physical preparation due to his inclusion in the « lofteurs » group during the summer.

Mbappé did not participate in the preseason training camp, including the friendly matches. This has become apparent in his performances, as his entourage has been pointing out for some time now. It makes sense since the striker had a disrupted preseason due to his exclusion for over three weeks in the « loft. » This summer episode impacted his overall fitness preparation, which is crucial for him given his explosive qualities, according to L’Équipe.

The report mentions, « Evidence of the athletic deficit of the ‘lofteurs’ is that medical check-ups of some departing players have sometimes revealed surprising physical deficiencies. »

« Mbappé is clearly paying the price for those three weeks without regular training, and every game he plays can be seen as a step towards regaining his peak intensity. The more Mbappé can train and play, the closer he will get to his best form. »

« His ligament strain in the left ankle against OM, although it didn’t keep him away from the pitch for long, posed another small obstacle in his quest for top form. »