Mbappe Addresses Playing Time, Booing, and Real Madrid's Difficult Season

Kylian Mbappe has broken his silence regarding his recent struggles at Real Madrid, offering insights into his current situation with the Spanish club in statements carried by Sport newspaper.

The French striker expressed disappointment over missing the El Clásico fixture against Barcelona, emphasizing his historical success in those matches. "I love playing against Barcelona, and I always score against them," he stated, noting that his absence from the encounter was particularly frustrating.

On the subject of fan whistles during recent matches, Mbappe adopted a philosophical stance. "We cannot change people's opinions. This is a way to express an opinion, and the matter should not be taken personally. No one will die tonight," he remarked, suggesting supporters have every right to voice their dissatisfaction.

Mbappe revealed that coach Carlo Ancelotti informed him he ranks fourth among the club's strikers, behind Mastantuono, Vinicius, and Gonzalo. Despite this setback, he maintained that he was prepared to contribute as a starter. "I am fine and I was ready to be a starter. Ask the coach. I prefer to speak for myself, because many do not speak," he said.

While acknowledging the gravity of his comments, Mbappe attempted to defuse tensions with the coaching staff. "I have no problem with Arbeloa. The coach's decision must be accepted, and I must work to be better than Mastantuono, Vinicius, and Gonzalo," he explained.

The 26-year-old addressed his absence from Madrid during his injury recovery, clarifying that he had obtained permission from the club. "I was not the only player who was not present in the Spanish capital," he noted.

Reflecting on Real Madrid's trophyless campaign, Mbappe expressed genuine disappointment. "It hurts a lot not to win anything. We had a clear structure in our playing style and then we lost it. We have to learn and accept criticism," he said.

Regarding Xabi Alonso's departure from the club, Mbappe distanced himself from responsibility for the decision. "I have a wonderful relationship with Alonso, and he will be a great coach, but he has become a thing of the past. We have to look forward," he commented.

Mbappe offered strong support for Perez, calling him "the best club president in the world" and expressing concern over the criticism directed at him. "It is difficult the way people treated him after everything he did. It is normal for people to express their opinions, but they should not forget what Perez did," Mbappe said.

On his ongoing knee injury, Mbappe stressed that his relationship with the club remains strong, though he expressed frustration with suggestions that he lacks commitment. The aspect that bothers him most, he indicated, is the perception among some that he is unwilling to participate.

When asked about an alleged altercation between Valverde and Chouamini, Mbappe declined to comment, citing his absence from the team due to injury. "I was not present, so I cannot confirm whether the matter happened. I was injured and was not with the team," he said.

Mbappe concluded by reaffirming his core responsibility. "My only responsibility is to play well. I will continue to score goals, as this is what I am good at more than anything else," he stated.