Kylian Mbappe is rumored to be poised to don the No.9 jersey at Real Madrid once his transfer to Spain is finalized, as Vinicius Jr already occupies the No.7 shirt.. Mbappe, the World Cup-winning French international, is expected to make the move to Santiago Bernabeu this summer as a free agent, following the expiration of his contract with Paris Saint-Germain. A deal is believed to have already been arranged, solidifying Mbappe’s status as another high-profile “Galactico” for Real Madrid.

Currently, at PSG, Mbappe has made the No.7 jersey his own, a number that holds significant significance in football history due to iconic players like David Beckham and Cristiano Ronaldo. However, at Real Madrid, he will be unable to claim the No.7 shirt as it is currently occupied by Vinicius Jr.

Instead, it is reported by AS that Mbappe is being lined up to inherit the No.9 shirt, which has been vacant since Karim Benzema’s departure in 2023. The No.9 jersey was initially taken by Ronaldo following his move to Madrid in 2009.

There is still a possibility that Mbappe could opt for the No.10 shirt, a number he often wears for the French national team. This potential scenario raises questions about the future of Croatian playmaker Luka Modric, as his contract with Real Madrid is set to expire at the end of the 2023-24 season.

Mbappe’s impending move to Real Madrid and his jersey selection signify his readiness to take on a prominent role at the club, further solidifying his status as one of the world’s most exciting football talents.