Tebas meets with Chinese ambassador to contain Mbappé crisis

Javier Tebas, the president of LaLiga, met with the Chinese ambassador to Spain to discuss the implications of Kylian Mbappé's statements and work on overcoming the crisis, given the strategic importance of the Chinese market, according to the Spanish newspaper "Mundo Deportivo."

Javier Tebas has apologized via 'X', and then officially through the league. He then announced his meeting with the Chinese ambassador to discuss the situation and seek solutions to overcome its repercussions.

Javier Tebas confirmed that LaLiga has been working for years with Chinese authorities, football institutions, and broadcasting companies to enhance the popularity of Spanish football in China and contribute to the development of Chinese football through the exchange of experiences, knowledge, and resources.

The importance of continuing cooperation agreements was emphasized, particularly the strategic agreement with the Chinese Football Association, valid until 2029, along with agreements with the China Media Group and other joint projects.

The league president pointed out that the relationship with China is based on mutual respect, trust, and cooperation, stressing the necessity of preserving and enhancing it so that an individual incident does not affect the progress made or the millions of Chinese fans who follow the Spanish competitions.

Tebas concluded his position by affirming continued cooperation with China, stating: "China is a strategic partner for LaLiga, and it will remain so."