Mbappé’s Paris club night sparks Spanish criticism of Real Madrid
Under the neon lights of Paris’ Boum Boum club on Wednesday evening, Kylian Mbappé slipped in with his girlfriend Ester Exposito, a sight that instantly set Spanish social media ablaze. The 27‑year‑old striker had just been forced to leave the France squad after their 0‑1 win over Turkey, and his presence in the capital sparked a fresh wave of debate.
Night out sparks Spanish chatter
Mbappé’s appearance at the nightclub came just days after the France national team’s victory in Turkey, a match in which he scored the opening goal of the Zinédine Zidane era before sustaining a knee injury. The incident follows a controversial Sardinia holiday at the end of the previous season, which had already angered many supporters.
Spanish fans and commentators seized on the sighting, arguing that the striker’s behaviour undermined his commitment to Real Madrid. The episode quickly became a trending topic across Spanish platforms, with many questioning whether the player was taking his recovery seriously.
Mbappé seen in Paris with Ester Exposito, the mystery troubling Zidane
Injury diagnosis and recovery plan
Real Madrid released a statement on Saturday confirming that medical examinations revealed a hyperextension of the posterior capsule of Mbappé’s left knee. The club said the player’s evolution would be monitored closely, while Spanish press speculated on an absence of ten days to two weeks.
After his injury during the Turkey match, Mbappé left the France camp and flew back to Madrid the following day. According to El Chiringuito, he has not attended the Valdebebas training centre for the past two days, prompting journalist Marcos Benito to label the situation “a mystery”.
Kylian Mbappé skips Madrid training and heads to Paris
Fans and media question his commitment
It gives the impression that Kylian Mbappé is mocking Real Madrid. Didn’t they say all players would be treated at Valdebebas?
Kylian Mbappé is the exact opposite of what it means to be a Real Madrid player. I was a great admirer and was among those who celebrated his signing the most, but he understood nothing, at no time. I hope he leaves soon.
These comments illustrate the growing frustration among supporters who feel the striker’s off‑field choices clash with the standards expected at the Spanish club. The episode adds another layer to the scrutiny surrounding Mbappé’s integration into Real Madrid, especially as the club watches his recovery closely.