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Investigation into Kylian Mbappé rape allegations is closed due to insufficient evidence, says prosecutor

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Swedish prosecutors drop rape investigation into Kylian Mbappé due to insufficient evidence. [Courtesy: AFP]


An investigation into rape allegations against Kylian Mbappé, the star forward for France and Real Madrid, has been closed due to insufficient evidence, Swedish prosecutors announced on Thursday.

The allegations surfaced in October after multiple Swedish news outlets, including the national broadcaster SVT and CNN affiliate Expressen, reported that Mbappé was “suspected on reasonable grounds of rape.” The reports claimed the incident occurred following his visit to a nightclub and subsequent stay at a hotel in Stockholm on October 10. According to the reports, Swedish police had been investigating the matter after receiving a complaint.

However, on Thursday, the Swedish Prosecution Authority released a statement confirming that the investigation into the allegations had been closed. The statement did not identify any individuals involved but confirmed that “during the course of the investigation, there has been a designated person suspected on reasonable grounds of rape and two cases of sexual assault.” Despite this, the prosecutor concluded that there was not enough evidence to move forward with the case. As a result, the investigation was closed, and the designated individual was not formally notified of any criminal suspicion.

Mbappé’s legal representatives declined to comment on the latest development when contacted by CNN. However, the footballer himself had vehemently denied the allegations earlier. In October, he took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to describe the accusations as “FAKE NEWS.” His representatives also issued a strong statement, calling the rumors “totally false and irresponsible.” They expressed outrage at the spread of the allegations, calling it an attack on Mbappé’s integrity, reputation, and honor. Furthermore, they made it clear that the player would take all necessary legal actions to restore the truth and seek justice against those responsible for what they described as “moral harassment and defamatory treatment.”

The controversy surrounding the rape allegations added to the challenges Mbappé has faced in recent months. The 25-year-old French international has had a mixed start to his tenure at Real Madrid following his high-profile move from Paris Saint-Germain. Despite scoring nine goals in La Liga this season, Mbappé has not yet fully met the lofty expectations that came with his transfer.

His season has been marred by moments of inconsistency, including missing two crucial penalties in a span of seven days. These missed opportunities contributed to Madrid’s defeats against Liverpool and Athletic Bilbao. However, Mbappé’s performance in the Champions League has offered a glimmer of hope. He scored a pivotal goal in Real Madrid’s 2-1 victory over Atalanta in the group stage of the competition. Unfortunately, Mbappé was forced to leave the pitch in the first half due to injury, adding another layer of frustration to his season.

Despite these setbacks, Mbappé remains one of the most talented and high-profile players in world football. His move to Real Madrid has been closely watched by fans and the media alike, and the scrutiny on his off-field issues, including the rape allegations, only adds to the pressure on the young superstar. While the investigation into the allegations has been closed, Mbappé’s reputation has taken a hit, and he is likely to continue facing scrutiny both on and off the field.

The closure of the case represents a victory for Mbappé, who has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing and sought to clear his name. While he has been publicly vocal about the accusations, it is now up to him to rebuild his image following the ordeal. In the meantime, he will look to focus on his football career and prove his worth at Real Madrid, where the stakes are high and the expectations even higher.

The outcome of the investigation into the allegations may bring some closure to the matter, but it remains to be seen how the controversy will affect Mbappé’s future both in his personal life and on the football pitch. For now, he will likely continue to navigate the pressures of being one of the world’s most famous athletes while dealing with the fallout from the accusations.

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