When Emmanuel Macron personally intervened in Kylian Mbappé's future in spring 2022, it was no longer just about a spectacular football transfer. At the Élysée Palace, the world champion was regarded as much more than an exceptional striker: he was seen as a symbol of French excellence, a flagship of national sports, and a personality with considerable influence far beyond the boundaries of football. Several reports and later statements from…
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