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Real Madrid President Florentino Perez angry with Kylian Mbappe – expected to feature in El Clasico
TL;DR
Real Madrid President Florentino Perez is angry with Kylian Mbappe, who is expected to play in El Clasico despite recent discontent. Mbappe's trip to Sardinia during a crucial match preparation has raised questions about his commitment.
Key points
- Florentino Perez is angry with Kylian Mbappe.
- Mbappe is expected to play in El Clasico.
- His trip to Sardinia raised concerns about commitment.
- Mbappe has had a statistically strong season.
- Relations with the Real Madrid squad are deteriorating.
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Real Madrid President Florentino Perez angry with Kylian Mbappe – expected to feature in El Clasico
Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe has statistically had arguably the best season of any player at the Santiago Bernabeu, yet it has not halted a growing discontent with the Frenchman. As he recovers from a hamstring injury, Los Blancos are keen to see him feature during El Clasico.
Mbappe traveled to Sardinia with girlfriend Ester Exposito over the weekend, and as Real Madrid were preparing to kick off against Espanyol, in an attempt to prevent Barcelona from winning La Liga, he was seen disembarking from a private jet in the Madrid airport. It was a move that was seen as disrespectful in the Spanish media, and without naming names, manager Alvaro Arbeloa questioned his commitment.
Mbappe relations with Real Madrid squad deteriorating
As per Marca, between his trip to Paris in March while he was injured, and his latest jaunt to Cagliari during a delicate time, it has served not only to irritate the fans, but has gone down poorly in the dressing room. They note that the relationship with many teammates and coaches is more distant, and that there is far more affection for Vinicius Junior than Mbappe.
Q&A
Why is Florentino Perez angry with Kylian Mbappe?
Florentino Perez is upset with Kylian Mbappe due to his recent trip to Sardinia during a critical match preparation, which was perceived as disrespectful.
What impact does Kylian Mbappe's injury have on his participation in El Clasico?
Despite recovering from a hamstring injury, Kylian Mbappe is expected to feature in El Clasico, as Real Madrid hopes to utilize his performance.
How has Kylian Mbappe's relationship with the Real Madrid squad changed?
Kylian Mbappe's relationship with the Real Madrid squad has deteriorated, as indicated by manager Alvaro Arbeloa's comments questioning his commitment.
