Real Madrid internal tensions leaked – Mbappé speaks out for the first time about the conflict with Vinícius
Just before the opening round of La Liga, Real Madrid fans were shocked when Kylian Mbappé suddenly revealed that the relationship between him and teammate Vinícius Jr. was not as “peaceful” as the media reported. In a private interview with French magazine L’Équipe, Mbappé suddenly shared:
“There were insults from Vinícius that I will never forget. I kept quiet for the team, but there is a limit.”
This shocking statement immediately caused a stir in public opinion, especially when the two were considered the “dream couple” on Real Madrid’s attack line for the new season.
According to some Spanish sports journalists, the conflict between the two superstars began before Mbappé joined Real Madrid, when the two were fiercely competing for the title of “Europe’s number 1 player of the new generation”.
“During a closed training session earlier this month, the two had a heated argument. Vinícius is said to have made sarcastic comments about Mbappé’s role in the French team. No one expected it to be this serious.”
Up to now, Vinícius Jr. has not made any public response. When asked about Mbappé’s statement, coach Carlo Ancelotti simply said:
“Every player has personal feelings. We will resolve everything internally.”
While Real Madrid is placing huge expectations on the Mbappé – Vinícius duo to dominate Europe, the personal conflict could be a “time bomb” that sabotages the team internally.
Experts say if the situation is not handled skillfully, Real could face consequences both on and off the field, from performance to media image.