Barcelona President Joan Laporta Responds to Real Madrid's Acquisition of Kylian Mbappé
Barcelona president Joan Laporta has publicly reacted to Real Madrid's recent signing of Kylian Mbappé from Paris Saint-Germain. In a statement, Laporta expressed his disappointment, stating, "As a Barça fan, it's not good news to see Mbappé go to Real Madrid."
However, Laporta emphasized his confidence in Barcelona's strategic approach, saying, "To be honest, I prefer our strategy of trusting a project with players produced and made in La Masia." He continued, "I respect our rivals, but I will keep our philosophy." (via @mundodeportivo)
Real Madrid's signing of Mbappé marks a significant transfer move, with the French forward leaving PSG after scoring 170 goals in 246 appearances. In his final season with the club (2023-2024), Mbappé played in 44 games and scored 33 goals across all competitions.
Laporta's statement highlights Barcelona's commitment to developing homegrown talent through their renowned La Masia academy, a philosophy that has yielded success in the past. The president's remarks also underscore the club's respect for their rivals while maintaining their unique approach to the sport.
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