Kylian Mbappe is the Ligue 1 player of the season following an impressive performance he put on for PSG
Kylian Mbappe, who plays for PSG, was awarded the Ligue 1 player of the season for the fourth consecutive time on Sunday. He played a crucial role in helping his team win their 11th French title.
Mbappe has now surpassed Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s record of winning the award four times.
“I want to thank the players, the staff, all the people working in the shadows,” said 24-year-old Mbappe.
“I’ve always wanted to leave a mark. I did not expect to win so much so early but I’m happy to make history in my country.”
Mbappe’s agreement with PSG is valid until 2024, and there is a possibility to prolong it for an additional year.
“I’m happy and I’ll be here next season,” he said, not giving a clue on whether he would stay at the club until 2025.
PSG secured the title with a game remaining following a 1-1 tie against Racing Strasbourg on Saturday.
Franck Haise was awarded the title of the best coach of the season for guiding Lens to the second position, which will enable the team from the north to participate in the Champions League for the first time in 21 years.
“It’s the story of three seasons … those who are not in this adventure anymore, I don’t forget you,” said Haise, who took over the first team when they were in Ligue 2 in 2020. What we’ve been through is unforgettable.”
The Lens team had four players chosen for the team of the season, including Brice Samba, Kevin Danso, Seko Fofana, and Lois Openda, with Samba receiving the title of best goalkeeper.
PSG also had four players picked, consisting of forwards Mbappe and Lionel Messi, as well as fullbacks Nuno Mendes and Achraf Hakimi.
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