Kylian Mbappe names position he wants to play at Real Madrid

• Kylian Mbappe has expressed his willingness to play any position across Real Madrid's front line next season
• Mbappe finally got his dream move last month after years of speculation that he would dump French giants PSG
• At least 80,000 fans thronged Santiago Bernabeu to witness the unveiling of their new number 9 in person

Kylian Mbappe has declared his willingness to play any position in Real Madrid's attack as directed by manager Carlo Ancelotti next season.

The 25-year-old officially joined Los Blancos on July 1 after his contract with Paris Saint-Germain expired, concluding seven successful years at the Parc des Princes, the first on loan from Monaco.

Real Madrid's new signing, Kylian Mbappe, is unveiled at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on July 16, 2024, in Madrid, Spain. Image: Diego Souto.
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Fresh off the Euro 2024 finals, Mbappe was warmly welcomed in Madrid on Tuesday afternoon, per The Guardian.

With his transfer to Madrid confirmed earlier this summer, questions emerged about how he would fit into an attacking lineup that includes left-winger Vinicius Junior, as well as stars like Jude Bellingham and Rodrygo.

During his first press conference following his unveiling, Mbappe addressed these speculations, asserting his readiness to play wherever needed by Ancelotti.

"Wherever the manager wants," Mbappe told the media in fluent Spanish via Tribuna. "I can play in any of the three forward positions. I've done it at PSG, Monaco, and with the national team. For me, it's not a debate. I just want to be on the pitch and help Real Madrid."

Mbappe explains his ambitious plans for Real Madrid

Meanwhile, Mbappe opened up on his ambitious vision for Real Madrid at his official presentation at the Santiago Bernabeu.

In his debut speech as a Madrid player, the former AS Monaco prodigy articulated his aspirations and determination to accomplish significant feats with the club.

Mbappe voiced his goal of integrating and thriving at what he views as the premier club globally, underscoring his eagerness to enrich its illustrious legacy.

Why Mbappe won't wear no.10 at Real Madrid

Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Mbappe will not don the number 10 jersey for Real Madrid this coming season. The long-awaited transfer was announced on Monday, June 3, just days after the Frenchman announced he would quit PSG.

The 26-year-old forward is understood to have penned a lucrative five-year deal that will see him become one of the world's best earners.

Real Madrid confirmed Fede Valverde as the new number eight, succeeding Toni Kroos, while Mbappe will wear number nine, as anticipated, as the Frenchman never requested number 10 out of respect for Luka Modric.

Source: YEN.com.gh