Kylian Mbappé responded to French rapper Orelsan after the latter mocked him in a new song concerning his participation in the capital of Caen. The Madrid club is currently playing in the third division after coming close to relegation under the leadership of Mbappé. The attacker posted a scathing response on social media, accusing the rapper of “begging” for a free stake in the club.
Mbappé hits back at French rapper Orelsan
The controversy broke out a few hours after the release of rapper Orelsan’s new album, which contains an incisive track entitled “La petite voix”. In a verse, the artist from Caen attacks Mbappé’s record as owner of the club, launching with contempt: “ You will sink your city like the Mbappé. » This sentence refers to the spectacular decline of Caen since the takeover of the club by the footballer’s family in 2024.
Mbappé, known for his discretion, was quick to respond. On X, he wrote: “You’re welcome to “save” the city you love so much. @Orel_san’)” before tackling him “Ps: The guy only begged us to enter with 1% without paying because he doesn’t have a lot of money but to have the good image of the little guy from Normandy. “.
The attack sparked mixed reactions. Some accused Mbappé of arrogance and delaying tactics, while others applauded his blunt defense. The incident, however, reignited debate over his ill-fated affair with Caen, a club now mired in relegation, dismissals and the growing frustration of supporters who once saw him as a savior.
Mbappé’s failure in Caen
In 2024, Mbappé became one of the youngest football club owners in Europe after acquiring an 80% stake in Caen through his company, Coalition Capital, investing around €20 million. What began as a symbolic return to the club that had almost signed him as a youngster, quickly turned into a lesson in ambition and mismanagement.
In April 2025, Caen hit rock bottom. A crushing 0-3 defeat to Martigues mathematically confirmed their relegation from Ligue 2, sending the club to the French third division for the first time in 41 years. Supporters invaded the stadium. As a sign of protest, supporters invaded the field, unfurling a banner reading: “Mbappé, SMC is not your toy. »
The consequences were immediate. Sixteen staff members were made redundant in a controversial restructuring, and supporters’ confidence evaporated. Christophe Vaucelle, president of Malherbe Normandy Kop, summed up the general feeling: “The Mbappé clan bears some responsibility. They arrived, remained invisible and disconnected from the supporters. The situation is catastrophic. »
For Mbappé, the failure was a hard blow. In addition to Real Madrid’s elimination from the Champions League that same week, Caen’s relegation marked one of the most tumultuous months of his career, both as a footballer and as a businessman.
