Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappé has broken his silence following a turbulent period at the Santiago Bernabéu, labeling President Florentino Perez as the “best in history” and reaffirming his long-term commitment to the club.
Despite finishing a second consecutive season without silverware and facing backlash from fans—especially after rumors suggested he faked an injury to miss El Clásico—Mbappé remains defiant. Following Real Madrid’s match against Real Oviedo on Thursday, the Frenchman addressed the mounting pressure.
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Defending the President
In a show of loyalty toward Perez, who recently called for early elections, Mbappé stated:
“Florentino Perez is the best in the world, and he is the greatest president in the history of Real Madrid. We are lucky to have him. He does not deserve this criticism; fans must not forget what he has achieved for this club over decades.”
Commitment and Friction with Arbeloa
When asked if the hostile atmosphere could force an early exit, Mbappé was firm: “I am very happy in Madrid, why would I leave?”
However, the interview wasn’t without drama. Mbappé hinted at a strained relationship with manager Alvaro Arbeloa. The Spanish coach quickly fired back, publicly disputing Mbappé’s claims regarding the reasons for his absence from the Oviedo match, further fueling the internal tension at Valdebebas.
