Since joining Real Madrid, Kylian Mbappé has faced growing criticism. The player, expected to be a superstar, is going through a tough period, with performances falling short of expectations.
His inability to step up against Liverpool in the Champions League, in the absence of Vinicius Jr., has particularly caught attention. Although Mbappé scored in the victory against Getafe, he remains the subject of intense debate.
Real Madrid legend Guti, speaking on El Chiringuito, delivered a direct message to the French forward. He believes Mbappé needs to overcome his doubts and live up to the expectations of both the fans and the club.
For Guti, these doubts are a barrier that Mbappé must break through. “He must get rid of this insecurity now… and that happens in key moments, like taking a penalty,” said the three-time Champions League winner.
During the match against Getafe, Real Madrid was awarded a penalty in Vinicius Jr.’s absence. Rather than taking the penalty himself, Mbappé chose to let Jude Bellingham and later Rodrygo take it, although VAR eventually overturned the decision.
Guti sees such moments as opportunities for Mbappé to display leadership and build his character. He believes Mbappé’s role at Real Madrid should go beyond just scoring goals or providing assists. The French forward must establish himself as an iconic figure, much like Cristiano Ronaldo.
“Taking a penalty isn’t an obligation. It’s a way to show you’re ready to take responsibility,” Guti emphasized. He also pointed out that the criticism of Mbappé is not due to isolated mistakes, but stems from much higher expectations.
Guti concluded with a message of hope: “Mbappé has everything he needs to succeed here. He just needs to prove he’s ready to face the world, and that starts with these small details.”
The former Real Madrid player, who understands the club’s demands, reminds that success at Real Madrid requires courageous decisions and decisive performances.
Mbappé now faces the challenge of rising to the occasion and becoming the leader everyone is waiting for.
