Concerning Kylian Mbappé News Emerges From Real Madrid Camp

Already grappling with a left leg injury, Kylian Mbappe particularly faces mounting pressure as reports of internal friction and a leadership crisis begin to emerge from the Real Madrid camp.

Mbappe's Leadership Under Scrutiny

Juanma Castaño, director of ‘El Partidazo’ reported on April 28 that there is internal disappointment at the club regarding Mbappé.

He stated that "behind closed doors, Real Madrid believe Mbappe is not the leader they expected," neither on the pitch nor in the dressing room.

“He is not a leader in the locker room or on the field for the rest of the players,” he claimed.

Castaño also questioned the future of the squad's structure, specifically whether Real Madrid can continue with both Vinicius Junior and Mbappe simultaneously. 

He noted that the club hoped Mbappe would lead so that Vinícius, who needs constant "protection" on the field, wouldn't have to carry that burden.

Castaño was also critical earlier of Alvaro Arbeloa following the mid-season departure of Xabi Alonso, specifically questioning Arbeloa's treatment of veteran Dani Carvajal and the decision to grant the squad two days of rest during a perceived crisis.