French forward Kylian Mbappé was officially introduced on Tuesday as the new player for Real Madrid during a large event held at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium.
After seven years of speculation and various attempts, Mbappé signed for five seasons and officially donned the white jersey to fulfill his dream of playing for the most successful club in the history of football.
In the presence of his parents and before 80,000 ecstatic fans, the 25-year-old French footballer took to the field for the first time on July 16 as a player for Real Madrid.
The event was preceded by the traditional medical examination.
Just as by signing his contract in the presence of Florentino Pérez, the club's president.
During his presentation, the French forward recreated the iconic moment when the Portuguese Cristiano Ronaldo asked the crowd to shout along with him: "Hala Madrid!"
"You have just signed your most prolific season and you've won the treble in France. Kylian, welcome home, welcome to Real Madrid. Your love for this club has given you the strength to overcome all barriers," said Florentino Pérez during the presentation.
"Today is a special day, one of the most beautiful for Madridismo," said Mbappé, who added that he had dreamed of this moment since he was a child and that now it has become a reality.
"Now I have another dream: to live up to this club, the best in the world," he added.
Mbappé also had a message for the younger generation: "I want to send a message to all the children: I was like you, I had a dream, and today I'm living it. With passion and hard work, everything is achievable. Next time, one of you could be here."
After his presentation, Mbappé went to the press conference, where he reaffirmed his commitment to the club: "I will give my all for this badge. I want to live up to the history of this club and repay all the love they have given me."
The French forward, who has just concluded one of the most successful seasons of his career with 44 goals and multiple titles in France, arrives at Real Madrid ready to continue making history.
The Santiago Bernabéu buzzed with every gesture from its new star. From kissing the badge to giving away balls to fans, Mbappé won the hearts of Madrid supporters on his first day as a Real Madrid player.
The anticipation is at its peak, and the fans of the white club are already dreaming of the future achievements of the French striker.
Mbappé's arrival not only represents a luxury reinforcement for the team but also brings great hope to the Madrid fans. Supporters believe that Mbappé can lead Real Madrid to new titles and uphold the club's tradition of success.
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