Kylian Mbappé: Antonio Rüdiger is a different person off the pitch
Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappé reveals that his teammate's intense playing style does not reflect his true character outside of matches.
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Kylian Mbappé has shared his thoughts on Antonio Rüdiger, highlighting the stark contrast between the German defender's aggressive on-field behavior and his personality away from the game.
I think many fans think he is a bit crazy. But that is just his style of play. Antonio is a great example of why you shouldn't judge people just by how they behave on the pitch. Of course, he is crazy on the pitch, considering how he tackles and how he acts. But in the locker room, he is completely different. He is a kind and welcoming person. Kylian Mbappé
The Real Madrid forward noted that Rüdiger's intense approach is merely a professional style that often creates a misconception among supporters. According to Mbappé, the defender shows a calm and much softer side of his personality within the privacy of the locker room.
As a teammate, Mbappé values Rüdiger enough to claim that he would choose the German's jersey if he were to buy a shirt from the German national team. For the Frenchman, the decision is a natural result of their time spent playing together at Real Madrid.