Kylian Mbappe finds himself the subject of playful teasing from his Real Madrid teammates, particularly regarding the amusing "dictator" memes circulating in the dressing room. Thibaut Courtois recently shared insights during an interview with DAZN, ahead of the crucial Champions League clash against RB Leipzig.

In the interview, Courtois not only discussed his own experiences but also campaigned for Mbappe's candidacy for the Ballon d'Or. This year, the competition is fierce, with Mbappe trailing behind rising stars like Lamine Yamal and seasoned forward Harry Kane. Courtois emphasized the merits of Mbappe's individual performance, stating:

I think Kylian deserves it, but people vote according to their own logic. Do we choose someone who has won trophies, or someone who has been above everyone else throughout the season, even if they have not won anything?

Despite the accolades, Courtois acknowledged the lack of collective success this season, which impacts Mbappe's chances.

The light-hearted jokes about Mbappe's supposed "dictator" persona stem from his insistence on garnering support for his Ballon d'Or bid. Courtois revealed that the players often joke about this, even singing silly songs related to the theme. However, Mbappe does not share their amusement, expressing that such jokes reflect a troubling insensitivity to the real-life implications of dictatorships.