A viral online petition calling for Kylian Mbappé to leave Real Madrid has exploded across social media, with the reported number of signatures climbing beyond 43 million in just days. The campaign, known online as 'Mbappe Out', has sparked heated debate among football fans after backlash over the French forward's reported yacht trip while recovering from injury ahead of a crucial El Clásico clash against FC Barcelona.
The petition has become one of the most talked-about football controversies online this week, drawing attention not only from Real Madrid supporters but also from fans across Europe and beyond.
The petition appeared online earlier this week under the title 'Mbappe Out' and quickly gained traction across X, Instagram, and TikTok. Its slogan urges Madridistas to 'make your voice heard' if they believe changes are needed for the future of the club.
Thecampaign's websitereportedly featured a smiling image of Mbappe overlaid with the word 'Fuera', the Spanish word for 'out', in bright red lettering.
Although the petition initially aimed for 200,000 signatures, the total quickly surged into the millions. Questions have since emerged about the reliability of the figure because the website reportedly does not require users to verify their identity or submit an email address before signing.
No organiser or supporters' group has publicly claimed responsibility for launching the petition.
The backlash intensified after reports circulated online claiming Mbappe had travelled to Sardinia during his recovery from a thigh injury sustained last month.
The injury placed his availability for Sunday's El Clásico in doubt, prompting concern among some supporters already frustrated by Real Madrid's recent form.
Social media users widely shared alleged photographs of Mbappe aboard a yacht with Spanish actress Ester Expósito. The images triggered criticism from some fans who questioned the forward's focus and commitment while sidelined.
🚨 𝗡𝗘𝗪: Kylian Mbappe & Ester Exposito are loving their vacation in Italy! 🩷🏖️pic.twitter.com/eb9RSYIQJ4
Source: International Business Times UK
