Tension Remains Between Mbappé and Dembélé Following Ballon d’Or Ceremony
The Ballon d’Or ceremony may well have concluded with the recent recognition of Harry Kane (32), but the repercussions from the media campaign prior to it continue to affect relationships within the football community.
This ongoing strain is particularly noticeable in the evolving dynamic between Kylian Mbappé (27) and Ousmane Dembélé (29). While both players attended the latest international gathering, sources indicate that they have begun to distance themselves from each other.
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According to L’Équipe, Mbappé seemed more isolated and less comfortable than usual, puzzled by what he perceived as Dembélé’s exaggerated response. During this time, the captain of Les Bleus reportedly attempted to connect with his teammates and staff, but this newfound effort was viewed by some within the squad as opportunism.
These dynamics have fostered an increasingly uncomfortable atmosphere within the team. Although Dembélé needed to withdraw from the November international break, the tension between the two players persists, with Mbappé reportedly seizing moments to subtly criticize his counterpart behind closed doors.
