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Kylian Mbappé defends dedication to Real Madrid after trip with actor girlfriend

Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappé in action at Real Betis on Friday 24 April
Kylian Mbappé injured a hamstring playing against Real Betis on 24 April, going off shortly before Real Madrid conceded a 90th-minute equaliser. Photograph: Jose Breton/AP

Kylian Mbappé has said he remains fully committed to his recovery from a hamstring injury after ­facing ­criticism for travelling to Sardinia with the actor Ester Expósito last weekend. Spanish media and Real Madrid supporters have questioned Mbappé’s dedication to his team before Sunday’s clásico with Barcelona.

Mbappé’s representatives issued a statement on Tuesday denying any wrongdoing: “Part of the criticism is based on an over-interpretation of elements related to a recovery period strictly supervised by the club, ­without reflecting the reality of Kylian’s commitment and the work he puts in every day for the team.”

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