According to Goal.com, comments by Mbappé and Dembélé regarding the Ballon d'Or have ignited controversy, heightened tensions, and revealed signs of division within the French national team's dressing room.

Mbappé previously commented on the Ballon d'Or, saying he and Dembélé have always held different positions. Dembélé won the Ballon d'Or last year, and Mbappé stated: "Dembélé? He's always been seen as a talented player, while I've always been seen as someone who was chosen." Mbappé emphasized that he reached the highest level at a very young age, while Dembélé took a different path due to injuries.

Mbappé's comments did not go unnoticed. After Paris Saint-Germain defeated Brest, Dembélé's response was seen as a direct rebuttal to his French teammate.

Dembélé said: "I've always been like this. I've worked hard since childhood. Throughout my career, I've barely said anything—just focused on training. I was never someone who was chosen. I earned my rewards through hard work and an excellent season at PSG. We'll see how this season goes. I just face everything without pressure."

The conflict between the two extends beyond public statements. Jérôme Rothen, a former French national team player and current RMC commentator, revealed that people close to Dembélé are very dissatisfied with Mbappé's comments.

Rothen cited Marca, saying Dembélé is "very unhappy about this" and "very angry with Mbappé." Rothen added: "For him, this is a betrayal. The comments are harsh, but they perfectly reflect outsiders' views on the matter."

Rothen stated this sentiment extends beyond Dembélé alone. Some Paris Saint-Germain teammates and certain French national team players side with Dembélé, and Mbappé's remarks could create divisions within the French team.

Rothen explained that some players in the French team don't understand Mbappé's comments and are closer to Dembélé's camp. Although both are part of the French team, it appears a rift has already emerged.

He said: "I've been told that several players in the French team don't understand Mbappé's comments again, and they're closer to Dembélé's camp than Mbappé's camp. Even though they're in the same national team, there now appear to be two factions."

As the next international break approaches, the situation becomes even more delicate. Mbappé and Dembélé are expected to reunite at the French national team's training camp, marking their first reunion under new coach Zinedine Zidane.

French media previously reported that a meeting between the two parties may be held to ease tensions and resolve the dispute.

The timing of this conflict is also sensitive. The Ballon d'Or announcement is approaching, with Dembélé aiming to defend the award he won last year, while Mbappé hopes to lift the trophy for the first time in his career.

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