It seems that tensions from the past are still influencing the present in the world of football.
Neymar, who now plays for Al-Hilal, has reportedly issued a warning to his Brazilian teammates at Real Madrid about Kylian Mbappe.
History of a Turbulent Partnership
Neymar and Mbappe were teammates at Paris Saint-Germain from 2017 to 2023.
Together, they played 136 games and secured four Ligue 1 titles.
Despite their success, Neymar has reportedly described his time playing alongside Mbappe as ‘hell’ and ‘catastrophic.’
The duo, along with Lionel Messi, formed a formidable attacking trio at PSG.
However, Neymar’s memories of their partnership seem less than positive.
Neymar’s Caution to the Madrid Brazilians
Since Mbappe’s transfer to Real Madrid this summer, where he has already netted four goals in six games, Neymar has reportedly reached out to Real Madrid’s Brazilian players.
According to journalist Cyril Hanouna, Neymar has shared his less-than-favorable experiences with Mbappe.
On Europe 1, Hanouna revealed that Neymar sent a message to the Brazilian players at Real Madrid, describing playing with Mbappe as ‘catastrophic’ and ‘hell.’
The Brazilian contingent at Real Madrid includes notable players like Eder Militao, Vinicius Junior, Rodrygo, and Endrick.
Real Madrid’s Current Position
Despite these warnings, Real Madrid is performing well in LaLiga.
They currently sit in third place, having collected eleven points from their first five games.
Recently, Vinicius Junior and Mbappe both scored in a 2-0 victory over Real Sociedad, with Mbappe converting a penalty.
Neymar’s Recovery
Meanwhile, Neymar is still recovering from a cruciate ligament injury that has kept him out since last year.
However, he is nearing a return to action and could be back on the field soon.
So, what’s next for these football stars and their teams? Only time will tell how these dynamics will play out on the pitch.