New Allegations Surround Kylian Mbappe: Manager and Player Respond
Overview of Recent Allegations
France’s national football coach, Didier Deschamps, has addressed troubling reports regarding Kylian Mbappe, specifically regarding an alleged investigation into rape in Sweden. The French forward, who is a key player for Real Madrid and the national team, has firmly dismissed these claims as “fake news.”
On Monday, a Swedish publication revealed that the star forward was under scrutiny following a reported close-just-to-prove-a-point-about-arsenal/” title=”Did Mikel Arteta let Spurs get close just to prove a point about Arsenal?”>incident during his visit to Stockholm. While Aftonbladet did not name any suspects connected to an alleged sexual assault reported to local authorities, another outlet—Expressen—later identified Mbappe as the accused individual.
Details of the Incident
According to Expressen’s reporting, Mbappe faces accusations of both rape and sexual misconduct. The report indicates that he is being investigated on “reasonable suspicion” of sexual assault—considered less severe according to Sweden’s legal framework. During his recent trip to Stockholm last week, it was noted that he dined at Chez Jolie restaurant before heading to a nightclub called “V.”
The police reports indicate that the alleged incident occurred on Thursday, October 10th, with authorities being notified two days later.
Player and Manager’s Responses
In a tweet published Monday afternoon on X (formerly Twitter), Mbappe vocally rejected the claims: “FAKE NEWS!!!! It’s becoming so predictable; just before the hearing as if by chance.” His comments allude to an ongoing conflict concerning unpaid wages with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), which will be discussed at an upcoming league committee meeting.
Deschamps also shared his perspective on this situation in response to inquiries about it after training. He cautioned against rushing to conclusions: “Be careful what you choose to share…It’s critical we take some time before publicizing every rumor.” He remarked on how often such situations arise and emphasized verifying facts rather than blindly accepting unverified information.
Reactions from Those Close To Mbappe
Furthermore, sources close to Mbappe indicated they would not endorse any insinuation linking this investigation with his financial disagreements at PSG. In light of these troubling allegations circulating online from Aftonbladet , members close within his circle expressed outrage over what they deem slanderous misinformation: “These accusations are entirely false…the spread of such rumors is utterly unacceptable.”
In order for proper reparation regarding what they perceive as continued attacks against him personally and professionally—the entourage confirmed plans for taking all necessary legal actions against those involved in disseminating harmful narratives about him.
A prosecutor assigned to look into these claims stated through AFP: “An inquiry is underway concerning allegations made surrounding events from October 10 in central Stockholm.”
Conclusion
As this story unfolds amidst serious allegations combined with cutting-edge media engagement—and while keeping current fans informed—it remains paramount for both players’ representatives and governing bodies alike strive towards ensuring transparency throughout investigations involving high-profile figures like Kylian Mbappe.