Barcelona’s former dressing-room links have resurfaced in the discussion around football’s leading individual prize, with Samuel Umtiti voicing surprise at the comparisons being made during the race.
Umtiti reflects on award debate involving Mbappé and Dembélé
The former Barcelona defender, who played alongside Lionel Messi at the Catalan club, focused his comments on two France international teammates: Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé.
Umtiti said he was taken aback by the match-ups and comparisons emerging as the contest for the award develops. His remarks placed particular attention on Mbappé and Dembélé, both fellow Frenchmen.
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Samuel Umtiti surprised by Mbappé and Dembélé award comparisons
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Former Barcelona defender Samuel Umtiti has reacted to comparisons involving Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé in the race for a major individual football award.
