Rothen Accuses Mbappé of Vote-Buying Push For 2026 Ballon d’Or

Former Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Jérôme Rothen has accused Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé of trying to buy votes ahead of the 2026 Ballon d’Or award ceremony.
Rothen claimed the 27-year-old has launched a deliberate effort to position himself as a contender for the prestigious accolade.
Mbappé has expressed considerable confidence in his prospects of winning the Ballon d’Or this year, saying he believes he deserves recognition as the world’s best player following exceptional performances for both his club and national team.
Rothen, however, disapproved of the approach, viewing the player’s public statements as a calculated part of a strategy to accumulate votes for the award...