Real Madrid and France star Kylian Mbappe embroiled in controversy as rape allegations surface in Sweden, according to report

After Swedish newspaper Aftonbladet first reported the incident, it was later disclosed by the Expressen outlet that the accused individual was none other than the 25-year-old Mbappe. Currently sidelined with an injury, Mbappe is not included in the French squad competing in the Nations League.

“According to information obtained by Expressen, police are investigating the star who is reasonably suspected of rape and sexual assault,” the newspaper wrote.

However, when contacted by news agency AFP on the matter, Mbappe’s entourage denied such allegations and had no idea regarding the complaint raised in the Swedish capital. According to the report, the rape was committed in the Stockholm City Center while Mbappe was away from club and France national team duties.

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A prosecutor investigating the accusation told AFP: "A probe is underway into a crime that was reported on October 10 in the centre of Stockholm."

In the aftermath of the event, the player has denied the rape allegations and posted on his X handle regarding the same.

"FAKE NEWS !!!!. It's becoming so predictable, on the eve of the hearing, as if by chance," Mbappe posted.

On the other hand, reports in Spanish media have claimed that Real Madrid called an emergency meeting on Monday (Oct 14) to address the issue. No details of the meeting were revealed but it is thought that the club won’t respond until there is a concrete allegation or action on the player. It is also thought that Mbappe will be available once he is back from his injury concern.