Arbeloa acknowledged that Mbappe's presence alters the team's dynamics, noting, "It's clear that Mbappe has different qualities to Brahim, so we'll have to play in a different way." He emphasized the squad's depth and Mbappe's understanding of the club's history.
Regarding the upcoming opponent, Arbeloa praised Bayern Munich's tactical discipline under Vincent Kompany, describing them as a "very, very well-drilled side" that demands a high level of performance at the Bernabéu.