Kylian Mbappé has responded to criticism accusing him of being a cause of Real Madrid's struggles this season. The French striker, who arrived at the club two seasons ago, aimed to clarify his position and highlight the progress made by Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) since his departure.
In an interview shared on social media, Mbappé stated that he had done his best to contribute to the success of the Madrid team. "I arrived at Real Madrid and became one of their best players. I did my best to score important goals and help the team win matches," he affirmed. However, he acknowledged that luck had not been on their side, explaining the absence of trophies for the second consecutive season.
Mbappé refused to solely bear the responsibility for the club's underperformance. "Honestly, I think the problem concerns the whole team and not just me," he insisted. This statement comes amid observations of Real Madrid's collective difficulties. Recent statistics reveal a striking contrast: Real Madrid has achieved better results in the absence of Mbappé in the starting lineup.
Furthermore, Mbappé mentioned PSG's performance in the Champions League, emphasizing their consistency and the quality of their coach, Luis Enrique. "When I was at PSG, we didn't have a coach of that quality, and the players weren't at the same level either," he admitted. He did, however, recall his past contributions to the Parisian club, highlighting the important goals and major matches he helped win.
These statements come as comparisons between the current PSG and the Mbappé-era PSG continue to fuel debates. Mbappé's integration into Real Madrid remains a major talking point, with rumors of tensions with other players. Despite his 44 goals in 59 appearances during the 2024-2025 season, and 41 goals in 41 matches this season, criticism persists. A supporters' petition demanding his departure has reportedly garnered millions of signatures. Real Madrid is currently 11 points behind FC Barcelona in La Liga and risks ending the season without a major trophy.
