Mbappé plays down talk of Dembélé tension

Kylian Mbappé has addressed chatter about friction with Ousmane Dembélé, saying there's always something to argue about.

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What happened. Kylian Mbappé spoke to France Football ahead of the upcoming Ballon d'Or ceremony, addressing recent discussion about alleged tensions with Ousmane Dembélé. He said he thinks there's always something to argue about.

• Mbappé's and Dembélé's respective comments had fuelled weeks of discussion
• The interview centred on the upcoming Ballon d'Or ceremony
• Mbappé downplayed the idea of a rift between the pair

“I think there's always something to argue about”

— Kylian Mbappé

The remarks arrive before the Ballon d'Or ceremony, where both players' recent comments will likely keep the topic alive.

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