A former France international has criticized Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe over his pursuit of the Ballon d'Or award, stating that the player "lost control" of his campaign.
The remarks were reported by Madrid Universal on November 1, 2026. The identity of the former France star was not disclosed in the initial report.
Mbappe, who joined Real Madrid in 2024, has been widely considered a leading contender for football's most prestigious individual prize. The criticism suggests concerns about the approach taken in his bid for the award.
