Joan Laporta, the president of Barcelona, has acknowledged that Kylian Mbappe’s transfer to Real Madrid is unwelcome news for the club.
While Laporta respects the decision, he expressed his preference for Barcelona’s strategy of developing homegrown talent through La Masia, the club’s renowned youth academy.
Mbappe, who will wear the number 9 shirt at Real Madrid, has signed a five-year deal with the club.
Despite the setback, Laporta remains committed to Barcelona’s philosophy and trust in their project.