"Only One Rooster in the Henhouse": Laporta Renews Mbappé Jibe

Days before Sunday's Clásico at Camp Nou on October 25, Barcelona president Joan Laporta has escalated his war of words with Real Madrid, declaring that relations between the two clubs are over.

"There Is No Relationship Anymore"

"There is no longer any relationship of any kind. I can even say that we are now face to face," Laporta said, adding that Real Madrid "has lost its credibility, both institutionally and in sporting terms."

Accused of Spending to Hide Failure

The Barça president took aim at Madrid's transfer policy: "They have spent colossal sums to sign many players at very high prices," claiming the club is trying to justify its choices "by any means." He also addressed the Negreira case, accusing Madrid of using it as a distraction: "They want to divert attention, but there is nothing there. They no longer have any presence in the institutions."

By contrast, Laporta praised Barcelona's model built on top talent from La Masia: "We win, and we compete for every title."

Another Jibe at Mbappé

Laporta also revived his remark about Kylian Mbappé's move to the Bernabéu: "You can't have more than one rooster in the same henhouse — it never works. In football, the priority is the collective and team spirit. If that's missing, the project won't work."

A Red-Hot Clásico

The comments come ahead of a blockbuster La Liga clash, with Barcelona top of the table on a perfect 27 points from nine games, while Real Madrid sit third on 21 points after a 4-1 win over Sevilla in which Mbappé scored twice.

Key Facts

• Laporta: "There is no relationship with Real Madrid anymore — we are face to face."
• He says Real Madrid have lost credibility institutionally and in sporting terms.
• He criticised their huge transfer spending and use of the Negreira case.
• Fresh jibe at Mbappé: "You can't have more than one rooster in the henhouse."
• The Clásico takes place on Sunday, October 25, at Camp Nou.