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Kylian Mbappe is set to be unveiled as a new Real Madrid player this morning since completing his free transfer to the Spanish giants after his contract with Paris Saint-Germain expired.
Madrid president Florentino Perez has long been an admirer of Mbappe, trying for years to tempt him away from Paris in order to join up with the La Liga champions.
Perez will show off the former Monaco star to the club’s supporters at 11am BST on Tuesday with the France international then beginning preparations for the new season. He will meet up with his new teammates and look to settle in at the Bernabeu as Los Blancos seek to defend their La Liga and Champions League crowns.
Real Madrid announced that members can attend the event for free though the online queue for tickets saw more than 100,000 people hoping for access. Since then some passes have appeared on reselling websites ranging from €30 to €200 as fans hope to get a closer look at Mbappe who will wear the No. 9 shirt at Madrid.
Follow along with Kylian Mbappe’s presentation with our live blog below:
Kylian Mbappe press conference
With the presentation out of the way, attention turns to Kylian Mbappe’s first press conference as a Real Madrid player.
He did the address in Spanish, but it will be seen whether his language skills are good enough to navigate the press conference.
Sonia Twigg16 July 2024 12:50
Kylian Mbappe unveiled at Real Madrid
Here are some more photos from the ceremony:
Sonia Twigg16 July 2024 12:35
Kylian Mbappe unveiled at Real Madrid
That’s everything from the unveiling itself on the pitch, but stay tuned for all the latest updates from Mbappe’s first press conference as a Real Madrid player.
Sonia Twigg16 July 2024 12:20
Kylian Mbappe unveiled at Real Madrid
Here are some final photos from the reveal:
Sonia Twigg16 July 2024 12:15
Kylian Mbappe unveiled at Real Madrid
Kylian Mbappe walks around and kicks footballs into the crowd before going to greet some of those right on the touchline.
Sonia Twigg16 July 2024 12:07
Kylian Mbappe unveiled at Real Madrid
Here are some photos of Mbappe’s unveiling:
Sonia Twigg16 July 2024 12:05
Kylian Mbappe speaks after joining Real
Mbappe adds: “It’s an incredible day for me, I’ve dreamt of this day since I was a kid and this day means a lot to me.
“I’d like to thank all Madristas because they have always given their affection for me.
“Now I have another dream, and that’s the dream of living up to this club’s history.
“I can promise that I will give my all for this club and this match.”
Mbappe finishes his speech by inviting the crowd to join him saying “Hala Madrid”.
Sonia Twigg16 July 2024 12:00
Kylian Mbappe speaks after joining Real
“I want to thank the president for always believing in me, there have been a lot of things going on but we have done it. Thank you very much.
“I’d also like to thank all those people who have put in a great effort for me to be able to here, and done so much for me to be able to enjoy this moment.
“My family are so happy here, I can see my mum crying with emotion.”
Mbappe kisses the badge and raises his hand to great cheers from the crowd.
Sonia Twigg16 July 2024 11:57
Kylian Mbappe speaks after joining Real
Kylian Mbappe stands to speak as the crowd chant his name: “Good afternoon everyone.
“I’m going to try to speak Spanish, wow it’s such an incredible feeling to be here, just incredible.
“I spent endless nights dreaming about one day playing for Real Madrid and today I am one happy guy.”
Sonia Twigg16 July 2024 11:56
Kylian Mbappe unveiled at Real Madrid
A final word from Perez: “Today Kylian Mbappe has achieved his dream, welcome home, welcome to Real Madrid.”
Sonia Twigg16 July 2024 11:55