OFFICIAL: Real Madrid confirms Kylian Mbappe as its new player

Real Madrid have confirmed the Kylian Mbappe as its first summer transfer signing ahead of the 2024/25 season on a long-term deal.

The 15-time UEFA Champions League winners confirmed the news on its official website on Monday, June 3, 2024. According to reports from the club, Kylian Mbappe joins Real Madrid on a five-year deal, which will keep him at the Santiago Bernabeu until the 2029 summer transfer window.

How much will Real Madrid pay Kylian Mbappe for this deal?

Kylian Mbappe is expected to €15m (£12.8m) a year after tax.

What did Real Madrid say about Kylian Mbappe's deal?

Real Madrid confirmed the deal in a one-line statement that Kylian Mbappe has joined the club as a free agent.

"Real Madrid CF and Kylian Mbappe have reached an agreement whereby he will be a Real Madrid player for the next five seasons."

What did Kylian Mbappe say about his move to Real Madrid?

He expressed his delight on his official social media accounts after Real Madrid had made the official announcement.

When will Real Madrid unveil him?

Mbappe will be unveiled to the fans in July 2024 which is immediately after the Euro 2024, which will be hosted in Germany.

"A dream come true. So happy and proud to join the club of my dreams, Real Madrid. Nobody can understand how excited I am right now. Can't wait to see you, Madridistas, and thanks for your unbelievable support. Hala Madrid!."

What jersey number will Mbappe wear at Real Madrid?

The Frenchman has been given the number 9 Jersey.

The French international has been linked to Real Madrid for a very long time, but the Spanish club has never gotten a real hold of Mbappe due to several reasons. He was close to joining the Spanish side in 2022 before eventually signing a contract extension with PSG. At the expiration of that deal, Mbappe decided to leave the Parisians as a free agent.

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