Mbappe's Iconic Jersey Sells Out in Record Time

On July 16th, Kylian Mbappe made a grand debut at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium, captivating the attention of 85,000 fans in attendance and millions of viewers worldwide. The 1998-born superstar joined Real Madrid after the expiration of his contract with Paris Saint-Germain. Despite not yet taking the field for the Spanish royal club, Mbappe has already made a remarkable impact.

Mbappe's Jersey Sparks Unprecedented Demand

A Frenzy of Fans Clamoring for the No. 9 Shirt

Alongside the nearly 90,000 fans who packed the Santiago Bernabeu, Mbappe's brand power was on full display as his No. 9 jersey was in high demand. Even before his official unveiling, the jersey had already sold out across all sales platforms, with thousands of pre-orders from eager fans. According to Marca, after Mbappe's presentation, the entire stock of his jerseys, both online and in physical stores, was completely sold out. The only remaining sizes were the extra-large (XXXL) options, as Adidas struggled to keep up with the overwhelming demand.

A Dream Come True for the Young Superstar

During the unveiling ceremony, Mbappe repeatedly kissed the Real Madrid crest on his jersey, expressing his deep admiration for the club. The Bondy-born player revealed that donning the Real Madrid jersey had been a childhood dream, and he had been eager to join the Spanish giants for the past three years, finally realizing his long-held ambition."I feel immensely honored to be able to proudly say that I am a Real Madrid player. This has been a dream since my childhood, and I have been waiting for this moment for a very long time. You cannot buy a dream with money. I have known that my destiny was to play for Real Madrid ever since I was a child. I am overjoyed that this dream has now become a reality. I want to savor and enjoy this moment," Mbappe declared.

Paying Tribute to a Legendary Predecessor

Interestingly, Mbappe emulated a gesture made by Cristiano Ronaldo during his own Real Madrid unveiling 15 years ago. Just as Ronaldo had done, Mbappe chanted "1, 2, 3, Hala Madrid!" to pay homage to his idol. The French striker also expressed his admiration for Ronaldo, revealing that they often exchange messages and that the Portuguese legend has provided him with valuable advice."I paid tribute to my idol, Cristiano Ronaldo, during the unveiling (by chanting '1, 2, 3, Hala Madrid!'). Ronaldo and I frequently exchange messages and he has always given me invaluable advice. I would love to give him a hug," Mbappe shared.

Aiming for Unprecedented Success with Real Madrid

With Real Madrid being the reigning champions of both La Liga and the UEFA Champions League, Mbappe's arrival is expected to bolster the team's already formidable lineup, which includes talents like Vinicius Jr., Rodrygo, and Jude Bellingham. The young Frenchman has set his sights on achieving unprecedented success with the Spanish giants."There is no better place than Real Madrid to win trophies. My priority right now is to integrate well into the team, and the rest will follow. I have set my sights on winning the Champions League, La Liga, the Copa del Rey, and every other available title. These are my long-term goals, but for now, my immediate focus is on training hard to be in the best possible physical condition," Mbappe emphasized.