Brazilian football star Neymar has reportedly issued a stark warning to his compatriots at Real Madrid regarding their new teammate, Kylian Mbappe, according to recent media reports. The alleged comments shed light on the apparently strained relationship between the two former Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) players.
Neymar and Mbappe were teammates at PSG from 2017 to 2023, during which time they appeared in 136 matches together and secured four Ligue 1 titles. However, their on-field partnership seems to have been marred by off-field tensions.
This summer, Mbappe made a high-profile move to Real Madrid, where he has already made an impact, scoring four goals in his first six appearances for the Spanish giants. Meanwhile, Neymar has transferred to Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal.
According to journalist Cyril Hanouna, speaking on Europe 1, Neymar has reached out to the Brazilian contingent at Real Madrid with a cautionary message about Mbappe. Hanouna stated, “The Brazilians [at Real Madrid] are friends with Neymar. It has always been a war between Neymar and Mbappe. Neymar has sent a paper about Mbappe to the Brazilians, telling them that it was catastrophic, that it was hell.”
The report claims that Neymar described his experience of playing alongside Mbappe as ‘hell’ and ‘catastrophic,’ though the exact context and validity of these statements remain unverified.
Real Madrid boasts a significant Brazilian presence in its squad, including defenders Eder Militao, forwards Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo, as well as the young prospect Endrick, who is set to join the club in the future. These players are reportedly the recipients of Neymar’s alleged warning.
The claims, if true, could potentially create an uncomfortable situation within the Real Madrid dressing room, especially given Mbappe’s status as the club’s new star signing. However, it’s important to note that these reports are currently unconfirmed, and neither Neymar nor the Real Madrid players have publicly addressed the allegations.
As the football world digests these reports, the focus will likely turn to how Mbappe integrates into his new team and whether any tensions arise with his Brazilian teammates. The situation also raises questions about the dynamics between star players in top-tier football clubs and the potential impact of off-field relationships on team performance.
