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Kylian Mbappe Lacking Technical Brilliance, Says Jerome Rothen

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Adam Moha

01 May 2026 1 Min

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Kylian Mbappe lacks technical brilliance compared to Michael Olise and Ousmane Dembele, sparking debate over his suitability as France's primary leader.

Kylian Mbappe Lacking Technical Brilliance, Says Jerome Rothen
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Michael Olise & Ousmane Dembele do what Kylian Mbappe isn’t capable of' - Didier Deschamps warned Real Madrid star 'shouldn't be leader' for France

Questions Over Mbappe's Suitability as France's Primary Leader

Kylian Mbappe has been told he lacks the technical brilliance of Michael Olise and Ousmane Dembele as questions arise over his suitability as France’s primary leader. Despite his prolific goalscoring record for Les Bleus, former international Jerome Rothen believes the Real Madrid star should no longer be considered the technical focal point of Didier Deschamps' side.

Criticism of Mbappe's Technical Abilities

Former France international Rothen has sparked debate by suggesting that Mbappe is currently being eclipsed by the creative exploits of Olise and Dembele. Despite Mbappe's storied history with Les Bleus, including 56 goals in 96 appearances and a starring role in the 2018 World Cup triumph, Rothen argues the tactical structure must evolve.

  • 56 goals in 96 appearances for Les Bleus
  • Star in the 2018 World Cup triumph
Michael Olise & Ousmane Dembele do what Kylian Mbappe isn’t capable of'

Mbappe's Efficiency as a Finisher

While acknowledging the captain’s efficiency as a finisher, Rothen insists the 27-year-old lacks the specific flair required to be the team's heartbeat.

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