Kylian Mbappe is no stranger to headlines, but few could have predicted the storm that descended on him over just seven days. First, a red card during Real Madrid’s La Liga clash with Alaves, followed by an injury in Madrid’s UEFA Champions League exit at the hands of Arsenal. But there was more to come.

While things are looking up for Kylian Mbappe in Spain, a different story is unfolding back home in France—one that has now forced him into action.

Mbappe’s investment in Caen was meant to be a bold step toward reviving a club with deep soccer roots. Under mounting pressure, club president, a close ally of Mbappe, broke his silence over the weekend.

Caen is mired in a crisis that threatens its very existence in Ligue 2. With fans staging protests, a turbulent managerial transition, and the looming threat of relegation to France's third tier, the dream of revitalizing Caen has turned into a harsh reality for Mbappe and the club's supporters.

Kylian Mbappé faces fan fury over his role in SM Caen's managerial upheaval. Fans protested the dismissal of club legend Nicolas Seube, expressing their anger with banners and chants.

Kylian Mbappe, celebrated as one of the world’s best players, has found himself in unfamiliar territory—not on the pitch, but as a club owner.

Kylian Mbappé recently inked another huge deal after settling his five-year, $75 million contract with Real Madrid. The France captain recently bought an 80% stake in Ligue 2 side SM Caen for $22 million. Mbappé is one of the youngest owners of a European professional soccer club, weighing in at just 25 years old. Mbappé […]