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Kylian Mbappé is reportedly keen to avoid playing any further matches at the Bernabéu this season, according to journalist Mario Cortegana of The Athletic, citing club sources. The reason is said to be the negative reactions from home fans, who have booed the French forward on multiple occasions in recent weeks.
Tension within the club has been escalating for some time. Real Madrid is heading towards a trophy-less season, with whispers of player conflicts and an unpleasant atmosphere in the dressing room. Reports have even surfaced about disagreements between several players and coach Álvaro Arbeloa.
Kylian Mbappé did not feature in Sunday's El Clásico. During the match, he posted an ill-timed message on his Instagram profile, showing him cheering for his team. The photo of his TV screen, where he was watching the game against Barcelona, was accompanied by the caption "Hala Madrid," but the image was taken when Real was already trailing 0-2.
"This move sparked a wave of criticism. The sad reality is that nothing around Kylian Mbappé is simple anymore," stated The Athletic, also alluding to the 27-year-old forward's recent trip to Italy, which club officials were reportedly not entirely pleased with. The player only rejoined the squad just before the match against Espanyol.
A significant portion of Real Madrid's fanbase is also unhappy with the French star's behavior. A petition for Kylian Mbappé's departure has already garnered over 70 million signatures, and that number continues to grow. The situation is increasingly escalating, and only time will tell if anything changes after the likely inevitable arrival of a new coach.
Real Madrid's players have three matches remaining until the end of the season. Their opponents will be Real Oviedo, Sevilla, and Athletic Bilbao. The first and last of these fixtures are scheduled to be played at the Bernabéu, where Kylian Mbappé reportedly refuses to play.
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