Kylian Mbappé expressed his excitement at officially joining Real Madrid after a successful deal was reached between the club and the French star. Mbappé, who spent seven years at Paris Saint-Germain, described his time at PSG as coming to a somewhat difficult end. His final season at the club was marked by tensions, starting with being left out of a pre-season tour to Japan in July after declining a contract extension.
In February, Mbappé informed PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi of his decision to leave at the end of the season. Despite PSG offering him a lucrative deal, Mbappé chose not to sign an extension, leading to strained relations with the club. His departure from PSG was not marked by any official ceremony, and he faced jeers from some fans during his final home game against Toulouse.
Reflecting on his time at PSG, Mbappé acknowledged that while he was not unhappy at the club, certain factors and individuals had made him unhappy. He did not disclose specific names but hinted at tensions with Al-Khelaifi. Despite scoring 44 goals in 48 games and winning domestic titles, Mbappé admitted that his performances, especially in the Champions League, did not meet his usual standards.
Looking ahead to his future at Real Madrid, Mbappé expressed immense pleasure and pride in joining a club he had always dreamed of playing for. He emphasized his commitment to performing at his best and winning trophies, stating that he would not be satisfied with a season like the previous one. Mbappé also highlighted his gratitude for the opportunity to play soccer professionally, acknowledging that his well-paid position comes with responsibilities and expectations.
As Mbappé transitions to Real Madrid, he leaves PSG as the club's all-time leading scorer with 256 goals. He is set to captain the French national team at the upcoming European Championship, where he aims to showcase his talent on an international stage.
