Tensions are reportedly escalating inside Real Madrid‘s dressing room ahead of Sunday’s decisive El Clásico clash against Barcelona, with growing divisions emerging between players and members of the coaching staff.
According to reports in Spanish media, the atmosphere at Valdebebas has deteriorated significantly following a disappointing campaign that could see Madrid finish the season without a major trophy.
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Reports suggest that six players are currently refusing to speak to head coach Álvaro Arbeloa, underlining deepening fractures within the squad.
Spanish outlet Marca also claimed communication between different groups of players has broken down, further worsening morale within the dressing room.
Real Madrid currently trail Barcelona by 11 points in La Liga and were eliminated from the UEFA Champions League by Bayern Munich, leaving the club on course for a second consecutive trophyless season.
The growing frustration has reportedly spilt onto the training ground in recent days.
One alleged incident involved defender Antonio Rüdiger and Álvaro Carreras, with reports claiming the confrontation became physical after Rüdiger allegedly slapped his teammate during training.
Another heated exchange reportedly occurred between Federico Valverde and Aurélien Tchouaméni. According to Marca, the pair pushed each other during a training session before continuing their argument inside the dressing room.
The repeated incidents have dominated headlines in Spain and raised fresh concerns over the emotional state of the squad ahead of the title-defining encounter with Barcelona on May 10.
Reports also suggest that Kylian Mbappé has been accused internally of distancing himself from teammates, with questions reportedly being raised about his attitude within the dressing room.
