- French forward Kylian Mbappe’s long-awaited move to Real Madrid was confirmed, marking a “dream come true” for the 25-year-old
- His five-year deal, set to commence upon the expiry of his Paris St-Germain contract on June 30, includes a substantial salary, signing bonus, and image rights percentage
- Mbappe’s arrival ignites speculation of a new Galacticos era at Real Madrid, as he joins a star-studded lineup fresh from clinching their 15th European crown in the Champions League
In what has been anticipated for months, the French football sensation Kylian Mbappe’s transfer to Real Madrid has finally been confirmed.
The 25-year-old forward expressed his elation at the move, describing it as a “dream come true.”
Mbappe, whose contract with Paris St-Germain expires on June 30, will embark on a new chapter in his career at the iconic Bernabeu Stadium.
The deal, spanning five years, promises him a substantial salary of 15 million euros annually, complemented by a staggering signing bonus of 150 million euros distributed over the same period.
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Additionally, Mbappe will retain a share of his image rights, further solidifying his status as one of football’s most marketable figures.
Taking to Instagram, Mbappe shared his excitement, stating, “Nobody can understand how excited I am right now! A dream come true. So happy and proud to join the club of my dreams.”
Mbappe’s arrival injects fresh energy into a Real Madrid squad fresh from securing their 15th European crown by clinching the Champions League title against Borussia Dortmund.
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His addition to the team sparks discussions of a potential new Galacticos era, with Mbappe poised to join forces with established talents like Vinicius Jr, Rodrygo, Endrick, and Jude Bellingham.
The forward had verbally committed to joining Real Madrid back in February and confirmed his departure from PSG in May. His tenure with the French champions saw him emerge as their record goalscorer, tallying an impressive 256 goals since his arrival from Monaco in 2017.
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Last season alone, Mbappe netted 44 goals in 48 appearances, consistently asserting his dominance as one of Europe’s premier strikers.
Having clinched seven Ligue 1 titles and four French Cup victories, Mbappe’s illustrious career boasts numerous domestic accolades. Furthermore, his individual achievements include winning the Golden Boot at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, although France fell short in the final against Argentina.
