Gaultier: “Neymar is one of our strong players, I want him in front of the two midfielders”

Countless words have been said/written this summer about Kylian Mbappé’s allegedly strained relationship with Neymar and the French striker’s desire to see his Brazilian counterpart outside the Paris exit door.

However, everything shows that the duo – whether he likes it or not – will have to coexist in the new season with the new coach of the French champions, Christophe Gaultier, who in his interview with Equipe refers to the help he wants from the two footballer .

“Rotation is necessary. What I want, in addition to a very strong starting eleven, which I obviously need, is that my five substitutions are as strong as the so-called starters. There will be some in attack.” playtime for everyone.

I know where Neymar will be most comfortable, in front of the two midfielders. Neymar and Messi are players who have the ability to play between the lines and be decisive.” Among other things, Gaultier emphasized adding in relation to Mbappe:

“Kilian is someone who likes to play deep, is technical and can play between the lines. I want to compare him to another striker who has a different profile.”

Regarding the issue of leadership in the team, he clarified: “Marquinios will be the next captain while there will also be vice-captains that I haven’t announced yet.”