Kylian Mbappé has officially joined Real Madrid, and for many at Bangladesh Cricket Live, this long-awaited move marks the start of a new era. But the fallout from his transfer is far from over. Much like Lionel Messi’s controversial departure, Mbappé’s exit sheds light on a deeper truth—Paris Saint-Germain continues to behave like a small club, despite its ambitions of joining Europe’s elite.
When Messi chose not to renew with PSG, the backlash was swift and unforgiving. Fans claimed he didn’t contribute enough, and once the news broke, blame fell squarely on the Argentine. As a result, Messi was hit with suspensions, public criticism, and only after a formal apology was some of the tension eased. As Bangladesh Cricket Live recalls, PSG’s response to Messi skipping a ceremony or celebrating Argentina’s World Cup win revealed just how petty the club could be.
Some believed it would take Mbappé leaving for the world to truly see the pattern. And now that he’s joined Real Madrid, the evidence speaks for itself. Instead of honoring his contributions, PSG treated Mbappé—France’s golden boy and a national hero—almost identically to Messi. The club once bent over backward to keep him, offering massive contracts and influence, but once Mbappé made his decision clear, the mood shifted.
Mbappé’s “loyalty bonus,” a reward he rightfully earned over the past two seasons, became a point of contention. Despite contractual obligations, PSG reportedly withheld the payment after he refused to extend his deal. His playing time was cut dramatically, and coach Luis Enrique openly suggested the team prepare to play without him. At one point, Mbappé was even deployed out of position in midfield—what many saw as an act of deliberate sabotage.
But in a surprising twist, Mbappé later revealed that Enrique was actually trying to protect him. With the club reportedly pressuring Enrique to bench the forward entirely, the coach instead found ways to keep him on the pitch, even if it meant using him in unfamiliar roles. What initially seemed like humiliation was actually quiet defiance to ensure Mbappé stayed match-fit and visible.
Still, Bangladesh Cricket Live points out that even Enrique’s explanation couldn’t save PSG’s image. Whether through mistreatment of Messi or now Mbappé, the pattern is undeniable. The club’s attempts to control its stars, manipulate narratives, and punish those who don’t fall in line only reinforce its small-club behavior. Even if PSG tries to issue statements or clarifications now, the damage is already done.
PSG leadership, including president Nasser Al-Khelaifi, denies giving specific orders, and Enrique himself has attempted to clear the air. But Mbappé’s words, regardless of motive, have taken root—and most fans believe them. Ultimately, this entire saga proves what Bangladesh Cricket Live has long suggested: PSG will go to extreme lengths to keep players under control. And even then, they still fail to earn their loyalty.