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Mbappé’s Mom Reveals He’s Single; Star ‘More Relaxed’ in Madrid Despite Ankle Injury Scare

Shivansh Rana | 4 min read | 3 weeks ago | Oct 13, 2025 08:16 pm IST
Mbappé's Mom Reveals He's Single; Star 'More Relaxed' in Madrid Despite Ankle Injury Scare

The Real Kylian Mbappé: His Mom Reveals He’s Single, Why He’s Happier in Madrid, and the Truth About That Injury

So, you think you know Kylian Mbappé? Think again. While the French superstar was busy scoring for France in a World Cup qualifier on October 10, his mother, Fayza Lamari, was dropping some serious bombshells about his personal life, from his relationship status to the intense pressures of fame. It’s a candid look behind the curtain that shows a different side to the Real Madrid forward.

Key Takeaways

  • Kylian Mbappé feels “more relaxed” in Madrid, which has improved his mental and physical recovery.
  • His mother, Fayza Lamari, revealed her son is currently single and completely focused on his career.
  • Mbappé never expected to play with Lionel Messi, assuming the Argentine would finish his career at Barcelona.
  • He suffered a minor ankle injury on October 10 with France but is expected to recover quickly for Real Madrid.
  • Fame has taken a toll, forcing Mbappé to drive a small car just to feel a sense of normalcy.

Happier in Madrid, But At What Cost?

Since his big move to Real Madrid in June 2024, Mbappé admits he’s feeling much better. He told reporters he feels “more relaxed” in the Spanish capital compared to the hustle of Paris. This less hectic lifestyle is apparently doing wonders for his recovery and contributed to his strong start to his second season. You can see it in his game.

But here’s the thing. That peace comes with a heavy price. His mother, Fayza Lamari, speaking at a conference in Paris on October 8, painted a different picture. She revealed the profound impact fame has had on his freedom. Can you imagine not being able to walk down the street? She said he sometimes drives a small car just to experience a sliver of normalcy. She also spoke about the emotional distress from a false rape accusation in Sweden a year prior, from which he was completely cleared.

Messi, Vinicius Jr., and a Lifelong Idol

Look, every fan has dreamed of dream team-ups. But for Mbappé, playing with Lionel Messi was something he “never thought” would happen. He always assumed Messi would be a Barcelona lifer while his own destiny was Real Madrid. Life comes at you fast, right?

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And what about those rumors of tension with his Real Madrid teammate Vinicius Jr.? Mbappé shut them down completely. He stated they share a “good relationship” and are united by one goal: winning titles for the club. It’s all about the team. To top it off, he confirmed his lifelong role model is none other than Cristiano Ronaldo, who he says he communicates with and gets advice from. That’s some serious star power in his corner.

That Ankle Injury Scare

Just when things were looking up, there was a collective gasp from fans. During France’s 3-0 World Cup qualifier win against Azerbaijan on October 10, Mbappé was on fire. He scored a goal and provided an assist. But then, in the 83rd minute, he went down, reaggravating a previous ankle knock. He was immediately substituted.

He was released from the French squad the next day to return to Madrid for recovery, missing the Iceland match. But don’t panic just yet. The latest reports from October 13 are positive. Initial tests show the injury isn’t serious, and he’s expected to rejoin team training in the coming days. The goal is for him to be ready for Real Madrid’s clash against Getafe on October 19. So, it looks like crisis averted. For now.

With a clearer mind in Madrid and a minor injury behind him, what do you think is next for Mbappé? Will this be his best season yet?