Spanish journalist Edu Aguirre has sparked fresh debate with a bold defense of Kylian Mbappe during an appearance on the popular program *El Chiringuito*. Aguirre, known for his Madridista stance, firmly dismissed recent criticism aimed at the French forward, insisting Mbappe remains an irreplaceable asset for Real Madrid.
“For me, Mbappe is the best player in the world after Cristiano Ronaldo, who is the greatest in history. He still possesses the potential to be the best of all time,” Aguirre declared. He went on to argue that when at his peak, Mbappe “makes the difference” and is superior to Lamine Yamal, Michael Olise, Harry Kane, Ousmane Dembélé, and even Vinícius Júnior.
Aguirre stressed that Real Madrid cannot consider letting Mbappe go “even as a joke,” describing the 25-year-old as a fundamental and non‑negotiable element of the club’s project. The remarks come amid ongoing scrutiny of Mbappe’s performances at the Bernabéu and speculation about his future.
The journalist’s comments have gone viral, especially given that he directly compared Mbappe to Barcelona’s emerging star Lamine Yamal and Madrid teammate Vinícius Júnior. Aguirre’s passionate stance is typical of his reputation for making bold, sometimes controversial statements.
Despite the mixed reactions, Aguirre remains steadfast, believing that Mbappe will eventually silence his doubters and cement his legacy alongside Ronaldo at the pinnacle of the sport.