Real Madrid Clinches Signing of French Star Kylian Mbappé After Prolonged Pursuit
Real Madrid is poised to announce the acquisition of Kylian Mbappé, having reached an agreement on a five-year contract worth €15 million annually for the forward. The 25-year-old, currently on international duty with France, is expected to join the Bernabéu squad after his participation in the summer's European Championship concludes. Mbappé will join on a free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain, supplemented by a €150 million signing-on fee spread over his contract duration. Mbappé's connection with the Spanish superclub runs deep; he previously had a trial with Real Madrid in his youth. A self-professed admirer of Cristiano Ronaldo, one of the club's most celebrated players, Mbappé aims to follow in the footsteps of the Portuguese legend who achieved remarkable success with Real Madrid, securing multiple trophies during his tenure.
The looming question for many is how Carlo Ancelotti will integrate Kylian Mbappé into his squad at Real Madrid. The team currently employs a 4-2-2-2 formation, with Vinícius Júnior and Rodrygo fluidly swapping positions to create space on the wing. Ancelotti faces a significant dilemma: whether to bench the Brazilian star Rodrygo in favor of Mbappé. Rodrygo has been instrumental in Real Madrid's success, particularly in the UEFA Champions League, where his contributions helped secure two titles for the club. One of his most memorable moments was scoring a decisive brace off the bench against Manchester City, propelling Real Madrid into the Champions League Final. The potential sidelining of Rodrygo could upset many fans, but Ancelotti has another option: deploying a front three with Vinícius on the left, Rodrygo on the right, and Mbappé through the middle. However, this raises questions about Mbappé's preferred position whether he favors the left or a central role. As one of the greatest managers of all time, Ancelotti is expected to navigate this situation adeptly.
Mbappé's legacy at PSG sparks debate, as he fell short of their ultimate goal of winning the Champions League. Yet, he will be hailed as PSG's greatest player ever, surpassing icons like Mustapha Dahleb, Safet Sušić, and Dominique Rocheteau. His record-breaking 256 goals, 96 assists, and 14 trophies in seven seasons eclipse all predecessors. Mbappé effortlessly surpassed Cavani as the club's top scorer and delivered unforgettable moments, including multiple hat-tricks and dazzling displays of speed and skill. His presence exuded power, dominance, and confidence. Departing amidst some tension, Mbappé's impact remains unparalleled. PSG, grateful for his contributions to six Ligue 1 titles, four Coupe de Frances, two Coupe de la Ligues, and three Trophée des Champions will forever cherish his time with the club. Mbappé's PSG saga has reached its conclusion, concluding a remarkable chapter in football history.
