Kylian Mbappe who has been fantastic for Real Madrid in his very first season itself has opened up about his idols and how he became a true Real Madrid fan. Kylian Mbappe reveals the name who made him the fan of the Los Blancos and made him dream of joining this side in the future.
Kylian Mbappe has taken La Liga by storm in his very first season with Real Madrid, dazzling fans with his blistering pace, clinical finishing, and flair on the ball. The French superstar is already proving to be a perfect fit for the Los Blancos, and now, he’s opened up about the deep-rooted inspiration behind his dream move to the Spanish capital.
In a recent interview with La Sexta, Mbappe revealed how his love for Real Madrid began and the legends who shaped his footballing aspirations. “I became a Real Madrid fan because of Zidane,” Mbappe said. “Then Cristiano came… he’s my other big idol. I watched all matches as a kid, and even as a player.”
The 25-year-old forward credited Zinedine Zidane, a French legend and former Madrid manager, as the one who sparked his admiration for the club. It was Zidane’s elegance and influence at both club and international level that caught young Mbappe’s eye. Later, Cristiano Ronaldo’s incredible goal-scoring feats and unmatched mentality further cemented Mbappe’s love for the iconic club.