Kylian Mbappe’s Future at Real Madrid Under Scrutiny
Kylian Mbappe’s future at Real Madrid has become a topic of intense speculation, with many believing that a move to the Premier League is likely if he does leave the Spanish giants. The 27-year-old forward has not been included in the squad for the upcoming clash with Barcelona in La Liga on Sunday night due to a hamstring injury.
Mbappe had trained this week and appeared to be on track for a return after recovering from a previous muscle issue. However, just before the final training session ahead of the weekend’s match, he suffered a setback, revealing that the injury had flared up again. Spanish publication Marca reported that his sudden departure from training came as a surprise to his teammates, who will now be without him for the latest installment of El Clasico.
This situation has come amid heavy criticism from Real Madrid fans, who were upset to see Mbappe pictured holidaying on a yacht with his girlfriend while recovering from the hamstring problem. Manager Alvaro Arbeloa commented, “In his free time, Mbappe can do whatever he wants, like any other player,” but fans did not agree. An online petition titled “Mbappe out” organized by Real Madrid supporters gathered over 60 million signatures, although it is unclear how many of those signing were doing so in good faith.
Mbappe’s Performance and Achievements
Since joining Real Madrid from Paris Saint-Germain in 2024, Mbappe has consistently delivered goals, scoring 85 times in 100 games across all competitions. This season alone, he has netted 41 goals in 41 appearances. Despite this impressive record, it does not guarantee any silverware for the club.
Mbappe’s two seasons in Madrid have so far gone without La Liga, Champions League, or Copa del Rey trophies, unless Real Madrid can beat Barcelona without him on Sunday and then overcome an eight-point deficit in the remaining three games of the league season.
Potential Moves and Odds
With growing unrest in Spain, discussions about Mbappe’s potential moves have intensified. Arsenal has emerged as the favorite to sign the French international, according to betting odds. The Gunners are currently leading the Premier League table with three games left and have reached the Champions League final, where they will face PSG.
The odds for Mbappe’s next club are as follows:
- Arsenal: 4/1
- Manchester United: 5/1
- Chelsea: 6/1
- Any French club: 6/1
- Barcelona: 6/1
- Any German club: 8/1
- Any Italian club: 8/1
- Manchester City: 10/1
- Liverpool: 10/1
Odds courtesy of BetVictor.
Expert Opinion on Mbappe’s Future
Former Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Petit believes that while Arsenal would love to sign Mbappe, it may not happen just yet. He told BOYLE Sports, “Arsenal would love Kylian Mbappe and he’d be perfect on their left wing.” However, Petit thinks Mbappe is unlikely to leave Real Madrid unless forced to do so.
“The only reason I think Mbappe will stay at Real Madrid is because if he leaves without winning a trophy it would make his move a failure. Mbappe has a huge ego so he will probably want to stay and to prove the opposite. I’m pretty sure about that. I don’t see him leaving Madrid, probably the biggest club in the world, unless the decision is made for him.”
Petit also noted that Florentino Perez, Real Madrid’s president, is a political figure who could be influenced by the pressure from fans. “Four million fans have signed to say they want him to leave the club. That could be the end for Mbappe because Florentino Perez is a political guy.”
He added, “If Arsenal win the Champions League for the first time then it would change the course of their history and send a strong message in the transfer market. Players would of course want to play for the Champions League winners and hope they can go and win it again, it would help them attract Kylian Mbappe if he does leave Real Madrid.”
