Mourinho calls Mbappé's controversy ridiculous ahead of Villarreal

José Mourinho, Real Madrid manager, defended Kylian Mbappé and called the controversy over his visit to a nightclub and a bicycle in Switzerland ridiculous, during the press conference before the LaLiga match this Saturday, October 10, against Villarreal.

Mourinho demanded "justice" at the Bernabéu, stating that any player who does not act like a professional 24 hours a day will have no place in the starting eleven. "A player is a player 24 hours a day," he said, emphasizing responsibility off the pitch.

Preparation and diagnosis of Mbappé

The coach explained that he has worked a lot in the offices during the break to bring out the best version of Real Madrid. "I have read something curious that cannot happen at Madrid," he added, alluding to the need for time to improve.

Regarding the striker's physical condition, Mourinho stated: "Mbappé has been here, he has had a diagnosis. He went to an external consultation because his knee has a history that cannot be forgotten." He noted that the recovery plan is known to the club but should not be detailed publicly.

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The Portuguese remembered the incidents that fueled the controversy: "First a club that wasn't, then the bike in Switzerland that was at a hotel." He described the nightclub as a venue for a private event of Paris Fashion Week and the bicycle as a means of transport at a small-house hotel.

Injury-free history in October

Mourinho highlighted that it is "the first time in 10 years that Madrid arrives in mid-October without injured players." He mentioned that injured players come straight to Valdebebas and cited Arda, Valverde and Konaté as examples of professionals who have complied with their diagnoses and recovery plans.

The coach also warned that he cannot change tactics in "1 or 2 days" and that "I cannot arrive with 1 or 2 days and say 'we're going to start playing with five at the back'." He commented on the recent contract renewal of Mikel Arteta as an example of the stability he seeks in his own project.

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To conclude, Mourinho expressed his hope that the Bernabéu be "fair and intelligent" and that Real Madrid can focus on the game without external distractions, making clear that the goal is to win the match against Villarreal.