La Liga giants have officially announced the much-awaited signing of French starlet Kylian Mbappe on a free transfer. Kylian Mbappe announced his decision to leave Paris St Germain at the end of the 2023/24 season, and has left the Ligue 1 club aftr a 7-year association with them, which saw him become the all-time leading goalscorer in the history of the club. The 2018 FIFA World Cup winner has signed a five-year deal with the Los Blancos, and with the signing, the newly-crowned European champions are now looking stacked.
"Real Madrid CF and Kylian Mbappé have reached an agreement whereby he will be a Real Madrid player for the next five seasons," read Real Madrid's official club statement on Kylian Mbappe signing.
The 25-year old will be receiing a salary of around 12.8 million Euros per year after tax, and will also receive a joining bonus of 85 million Euros, which is going to be paid in installments throughout his 5-year contract.
Kylian Mbappe Hails Real Madrid Move As 'Dream Come True'
Kylian Mbappe took to his official 'X' account to express his delight over his dream move and called it a 'dream come true'.
"A dream come true, So happy and proud to join the club of my dream Real Madrid. Nobody can understand how excited I am right now. Can’t wait to see you, Madridistas, and thanks for your unbelievable support. ¡Hala Madrid!," tweeted Kylian Mbappe.
Kylian Mbappe has been a lifelong fan of Real Madrid and often publicly expressed his love and admiration for the 'Club of the Century' on numerous occasions, and now, the fanboy has realised his moment and can live his dream.