Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has jumped to the defence of Kylian Mbappe following suggestions that Real Madrid might actually be a more cohesive unit without the French superstar. As the two Spanish giants prepare for a crucial Clasico showdown, Flick dismissed the notion that Los Blancos' level improves when he is absent
On-loan Real Madrid starlet Endrick has offered his full support to Kylian Mbappe as the France international faces a tough period in the Spanish capital. The teenage striker, currently gaining valuable experience away from the club, insists that he remains focused on the Frenchman's output rather than the noise from the stands.
Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa has jumped to the defence of Kylian Mbappe following a wave of criticism directed at the French forward. The striker has found himself under the microscope for his off-field conduct while recovering from a muscular problem, leading to questions over his commitment to the cause at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Kylian Mbappe’s dream move to Real Madrid is rapidly turning into a nightmare as the Frenchman struggles to find his feet in the Spanish capital. Despite arriving as the final piece of the Galactico puzzle, his presence has coincided with a dip in form for Alvaro arbeloa’s side, leading to unprecedented backlash from the global football community.
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has played down talk of turmoil at Real Madrid ahead of El Clasico. The German insisted he would not comment on issues inside the Madrid camp but acknowledged the threat posed by Kylian Mbappe.
Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa has been forced to address the growing chaos at Valdebebas following reports of multiple physical altercations between senior players. With the dressing room in a state of high tension, the spotlight has shifted to superstar Kylian Mbappe after he was caught on camera laughing as he left the club's training ground.
Real Madrid is spiraling into chaos on the eve of El Clásico. The club is set to finish the season trophy-less, and players are now openly sniping at one another. The fracture appears to have been simmering for months.
Tensions have finally boiled over at Real Madrid, resulting in team-mates literally coming to blows. There has been a sense all season that things have been a little bit fraught behind the scenes. This is more or less how it goes for Los Blancos, especially in those rare seasons where they fail to bank silverware. Rumours emerge of discontent, the local press goes mad - but rarely do the rumours turn into anything tangible.
Paris Saint-Germain endured an agonising wait before finally lifting the European Cup, but 12 months after winning their first, they've got a glorious chance to collect their second after edging out Bayern Munich 6-5 on aggregate in an absorbing semi-final tie. Wednesday's second leg at the Allianz Arena may not have been anywhere near as chaotic as last week's nine-goal thriller at Parc des Princes, but Luis Enrique was just as enthused by his side's performance.
Despite individual brilliance, Kylian Mbappe's future at Real Madrid is shrouded in doubt following two consecutive seasons without a major trophy. The superstar has been linked with an astonishing summer exit amid rumours of dressing room rifts and a massive managerial crisis, but transfer experts have finally clarified the absolute "reality" of his complex situation in the Spanish capital.
Former Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu has revealed that the Catalan giants made an official move for Kylian Mbappe following Neymar's departure to Paris Saint-Germain. The bombshell revelation sheds light on the frantic summer of 2017, when the Blaugrana were left searching for a superstar to fill the void left by the Brazilian's record-breaking exit.
Real Madrid have been rocked by reports of internal unrest as senior stars Kylian Mbappe and Antonio Rudiger were involved in separate heated confrontations. With a decisive El Clasico against Barcelona looming, the timing of these dressing room flare-ups has left the atmosphere at Valdebebas at an all-time low.
The entourage of Kylian Mbappe has defended the forward after criticism in Spain over a trip to Sardinia during his injury recovery. The Real Madrid star travelled while sidelined, prompting debate about his professionalism ahead of a key La Liga clash with Barcelona.
Kylian Mbappe is reportedly at odds with some of his Real Madrid teammates who have apparently taken exception to his recent behaviour. L'Equipe claims that an increasing number of the Spanish club's players are frustrated with the 27-year-old forward's antics, leading to tensions within the camp.
Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa has jumped to the defence of Kylian Mbappe following criticism surrounding the striker's recent holiday in Sardinia. The French superstar travelled to the Italian island with actress girlfriend Ester Exposito while recovering from a muscular injury, leading to questions over his commitment.