Barcelona boss Laporta takes a swipe at Mbappe to Real Madrid move: ‘Having more than one rooster in the same chicken coop can’t work’

Barcelona boss Laporta takes a swipe at Mbappe to Real Madrid move: ‘Having more than one rooster in the same chicken coop can’t work’ Barcelona president Joan Laporta has sparked a new debate over the impact of Kylian Mbappe at Real Madrid. The 64-year-old insists that having too many star players competing for the spotlight can undermine a team’s success. Mbappe joined Los Blancos on a free transfer last season after years of speculation surrounding his future. He arrived at the Santiago Bernabeu with enormous expectations. However, despite the French forward’s impressive individual performances, Real Madrid have struggled to translate their star power into major silverware. Many questions remain about how the Mbappe-led attack is lopsided and sidelines Vinicius Junior, Jude Bellingham and Rodrygo. Laporta believes the situation highlights the importance of prioritising collective harmony over individual brilliance. “I said it! Having more than one rooster in the same chicken coop can’t work, never,” the Barcelona chief told French newspaper L’Equipe . “The priority in football is the team and the spirit of the team. If you don’t have these things, the project won’t work.” Laporta compared Madrid’s situation with Barcelona’s approach, pointing to the Catalan club’s ability to unite talented players from different backgrounds under head coach Hansi Flick. “This is one of Barcelona’s strengths. We do have great talents, La Masia players, players who come from other football cultures, and then manage to form a team among them with harmony that works well,” he added. The Barcelona president also praised sporting director Deco for his role in strengthening the squad and helping Flick build a cohesive team. Barcelona have enjoyed considerable success under Flick, winning La Liga last season and putting themselves in a strong position to secure the title again. Meanwhile, Mbappe has continued to deliver impressive individual numbers for Real Madrid. Unfortunately, questions remain over whether the club’s collection of attacking superstars can function as a cohesive unit. Laporta’s comments will add further fuel to the rivalry between Spanish football’s two biggest clubs ahead of their El Clasico showdown this Sunday, October 25.