Mbappe scored a superb solo goal as PSG defeated Juventus 2-1 in Italy, helping the Paris club to top their Champions League group
By Kehinde Okeowo
Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has said Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe combines the skill sets of Brazilian legend, Ronaldo and former Arsenal striker, Thierry Henry.
Ferdinand made the assertion while speaking on BT Sport, where claimed that the 23-year-old has pace, flair and finishing ability that is only comparable to the two former strikers.
This is coming on the back of Mbappe’s outstanding performance in PSG’s defeat of Juventus in the last group game of the Champions League on Wednesday night.
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The France international scored a superb solo goal as PSG defeated Italian giants, Juventus 2-1 in Italy, helping the Paris club to top their Champions League group.
Talking after the match, the Man United legend said though he might have exaggerated his view of the French striker, he believes he has a bit of the two legendary strikers.
Ferdinand said: “I think he’s more of a product of a mix between Ronaldo (R9) and Thierry Henry. A little bit.
“I might be taking it back too far, but it is a great mix to be in! Imagine being that mix.”
