Enrique Denies Rift With Mbappé

Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique said on Tuesday he has a “perfect” relationship with Kylian Mbappé after French media reports suggested there is a growing friction between the manager and his star player.

A report in L’Équipe questioned Mbappé’s closeness to Luis Enrique after the France forward appeared frustrated following his team’s recent disappointing results and conservative tactics, particularly in the 1-1 draw with Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League which eventually assured the French club of their place in the round of 16.

In his news conference ahead of Wednesday’s Ligue 1 clash against Metz, Luis Enrique responded to a question about the relationship.

“It’s the same as always, I would say perfect,” he said.

“I don’t know why I keep getting asked this question. I am very close to most of my players, with Kylian since the beginning..