Mbappé's priority is to win the Ballon d'Or. He is clear about it and plans to work to win the first one of his career in 2025, having worn the Real Madrid jersey for the entire year and being able to win several championships.
Mbappé knows that the key to winning the Ballon d'Or is to lift the Champions League. That is his main objective and he's put everything else on hold, even his role with the French national team, of which he is captain.
Journalist Santi Aouna has reported that Mbappé doesn't want to play unimportant games with France. This last break has already erased him from the squad and, as long as there's nothing at stake, he will continue doing the same.
Kylian wants to avoid injuries by playing inconsequential matches. In recent times, many players have been getting seriously injured due to the heavy load of matches there has been throughout the season. Mbappé is keeping safe from that.
Mbappé prioritizes Real Madrid and titles with the white club, as long as there's nothing at stake with France.
Mbappé is Fed up
This decision has been joined by recent criticism for not being present with France during last international break.
According to the newspaper L'Équipe, the decision to leave Mbappé out was agreed between the player and the coach. The player preferred to stay in Madrid, which t the coach accepted. However, the fact that the striker played for Real Madrid has caused confusion.
Especially among French fans, who consider it unfair that he hasn't been drafted to his national team while he's being playing for his club. This has led to speculation about his true commitment to the national team.
His teammates at Real Madrid, the French ones in this case, already know aobut his decision and are trying to get him to change his mind. France needs him, he is the captain and should be there even in not-so-important games, but Mbappé is clear about it.
Mbappé's decision seems to be immutable. His priority is to win the Ballon d'Or next season, with nothing at stake regarding the national teams. He only plans to wear the Madrid jersey. When France needs him, he will be there, but as long as he is not needed...