An online petition demanding Real Madrid sell Kylian Mbappé has surpassed 30 million signatures, a figure that dwarfs Spain’s 50 million population. Supporters blame the French striker for a perceived lack of commitment after he flew to Sardinia on a private jet while nursing a hamstring injury, returning minutes before the Espanyol away game. With the club 11 points adrift of Barcelona, frustration has boiled over.

Despite netting 85 goals in two seasons, Mbappé has not delivered a major trophy; Real Madrid remain trophy‑less since his free‑transfer from PSG. Meanwhile PSG clinched their first Champions League title after his departure and now sit in the final. Critics point to his limited off‑the‑ball work‑rate and the tactical clash of pairing him with Vinícius Júnior.

Looking ahead, any summer exit appears unlikely; Mbappé has three years left on his contract and a potential £200 million price tag would test the new Squad Cost Ratio rules. Should José Mourinho return, he is expected to curb the striker’s perceived ego and decide whether Mbappé and Vinícius can coexist. For now, the French star remains at the Bernabéu.