Speaking on the sports radio program El Partidazo de COPE, Castaño suggested a growing perception exists that Mbappé prioritizes international achievements and personal accolades over club commitments, asserting that the forward spent the latter part of the season more focused on the World Cup than Real Madrid’s domestic and European campaigns. However, these claims stand in contrast to Mbappé's on-field contributions for Real Madrid, where his scoring output and key performances have remained strong. For his part, Mbappé has previously rejected assertions regarding divided loyalties, reiterating in club interviews that his primary ambition is to help Real Madrid secure victories and major titles, while noting that public perception remains outside his control.