In a momentous development that has captured the attention of football fans around the globe, Kylian Mbappe has completed his transfer from Paris Saint-Germain to Real Madrid as of Tuesday.
This highly-anticipated move marks the culmination of months of speculation and anticipation among supporters.
Real Madrid officially announced on Monday that they have successfully secured a contract with the French superstar for the next five seasons, uniting one of the brightest talents in football with one of the most prestigious clubs in the world.
This agreement comes after years of interest from Real Madrid, who have been eager to acquire the player widely regarded as the successor to Lionel Messi's legacy in the sport.
The 25-year-old Parisian is set to earn a reported 15 million Euros net per season at Real Madrid, equivalent to over INR 136 crores annually. This translates to an impressive INR 2.6 crore per week.
Although this represents a significant decrease from the €75 million net per year he earned at PSG, the shortfall will be compensated for by a substantial signing bonus. The bonus, estimated at around €150 million, will be paid out over the duration of his contract.
In addition to his substantial salary, Mbappe will be granted a private luxury suite at Real Madrid's training facility and will proudly wear the iconic No.9 jersey, previously donned by legendary striker Karim Benzema.
The highly anticipated debut of Mbappe for Real Madrid is set to take place during the preseason, with their first friendly match against AC Milan at Soldier Field in Chicago on July 31.
His competitive debut is scheduled for the UEFA Super Cup, where Real Madrid will face off against Europa League winners Atalanta in Warsaw, Poland, on August 14.
Mbappe made the move to PSG from Monaco in 2017 for a staggering €180 million and has since become the club's all-time leading scorer.
During his impressive seven-year tenure in Paris, he consistently showcased his scoring abilities, scoring at least 30 goals in six of those seasons. His transfer to Real Madrid signifies the beginning of a new chapter in his already illustrious career, as he strives to enhance his legacy at one of the world's most renowned football clubs.
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