Santiago Bernabeu Fully Sold Out For Kylian Mbappe’s Presentation – Real Madrid Reveal

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Real Madrid have announced that the Santiago Bernabeu stadium has been fully sold out for the presentation of Kylian Mbappe on Tuesday, July 16, 2024.

Over 85,000 fans will be at the Bernabeu, with Los Blancos faithful keen on seeing their new star signing.

Kylian Mbappe’s Jersey Number At Real Madrid?

Mbappe will be handed the number 9 jersey at Real Madrid during the unveiling, as he has never asked for the number 10 shirt out of respect for Luka Modric.

Kylian Mbappe will be at the Santiago Bernabeu with his family and reports also indicate that Les Merengues have also invited some legends of the club to help usher in the new Galactico arrival.

When Will Mbappe Be Presented To The Fans?

Mbappe’s presentation to the fans will be done on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, as earlier indicated and it will commence by 11:00 AM (WAT).

Real Madrid confirmed the signing of Kylian Mbappe on June 3, 2024, and the news thrilled fans of the club.

They ended years of speculation surrounding Kylian Mbappe to Real Madrid transfer saga with a statement shared on the club’s website.

The statement was subsequently posted across their social media accounts and it reads: “Real Madrid C.F. and Kylian Mbappé have reached an agreement under which he will become a Real Madrid player for the next five seasons.” 

Real Madrid Fans Hoping That Kylian Mbappe Reaches Magnificent Heights At The Club

Los Merengues supporters will be hoping that Mbappe continues to accentuate his brilliance in Spain, having done so in France with Paris Saint Germain, who he exited acrimoniously.

Kylian Mbappe At Paris Saint Germain

Kylian Mbappe left PSG at the end of the 2023/24 season after 6 years at the club, where he developed and refined his footballing artistry.

Mbappe netted 256 goals and provided 108 assists in 308 appearances across all competitions for Paris Saint Germain.

He moved permanently to the Parc Des Princes on July 1, 2018, from AS Monaco for a fee of €180 million, having initially joined the club on loan on August 31, 2017.

Kylian Mbappe won every trophy he could win at Paris Saint Germain bar the UEFA Champions League and he also played alongside two footballing greats in attack, namely; Lionel Messi and Neymar.

Mbappe Aims To Win The UEFA Champions League At Real Madrid

He will be hoping to win the only trophy that eludes him in European football – the UEFA Champions League at Real Madrid, a club that have made winning that title seem like their birthright.

Kylian Mbappe In Euro 2024

Mbappe had an underwhelming outing with France at Euro 2024, having suffered a broken nose in their opening game of the tournament.

The injury probably prevented him from delivering his best, as it appeared to have caused him some discomfort all through the tournament, with the attacker making do with a nose mask.

The European Championship title is also the only international trophy eluding Kylian Mbappe, having won the FIFA World Cup in 2018 and the UEFA Nations League in 2021.

He certainly will be content to have netted in the tournament but overall, Mbappe will be disappointed by his outing in Euro 2024 with France.

Real Madrid fans will be hoping that he makes an instant impact at the club, as they aim to continue showing their domineering display domestically and in European football.

Heartily for Kylian Mbappe, his first game for Los Blancos could earn him a European trophy at the club level, as Carlo Ancelotti’s side battle Atalanta in the UEFA Super Cup on August 14, 2024.

What Is Expected In The Presentation Of Kylian Mbappe By Real Madrid

Mbappé will wear the iconic Real Madrid white jersey for the first time ever and walk to the pitch at the Santiago Bernabeu to be seen by fans present at the stadium.

The monumental presentation event will be accompanied by live music, alongside the presence of several Real Madrid “legends” as aforementioned.

Additionally, there will be a massive fireworks show to celebrate the arrival of Kylian Mbappe.

Upon the completion of the presentation, the Frenchman will head to the stadium’s press room and offer his first full interview as a player of Real Madrid.

How To Watch Kylian Mbappe’s Presentation?

Fans can watch Mbappe’s presentation on RM Play, Real Madrid’s streaming platform.

It could also be shown on Real Madrid’s YouTube channel.

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