A new chapter opens for Kylian Mbappé at Real Madrid. And this time, it is a strong symbol that changes hands in the Merengue locker room.
Real Madrid enters a new era. While the 2025-2026 season promises to be particularly awaited for the White House, an important detail has just changed the status of one of its stars. Kylian Mbappé, already essential, is now officially invested with a new symbolic role. And this change could well mark a turning point in its Madrid trajectory.
Mbappé inherits a legendary issue
Kylian Mbappé inherits the number 10 of Real Madrid, left vacant by Luka Modric after his departure. According to Radio brandthe French striker will wear this jersey in this season, as a logical extension of his rise in power. A desire asserted for several weeks, and validated by the club. This is also the number he brings in selection, further strengthening this identification between man and symbol.
This decision comes after a successful first season with number 9,
during which Mbappé found the net for 44 times. But this time, the 10 Madrid inscribes him in another line. That of Modric, of course, but also legends like Michael Laudrup, Luis Figo or Mesut Özil. So many creative, elegant and decisive profiles. References that Mbappé will now have to assume on a daily basis.
Mbappé succeeds Modric: Real gives him the keys
A symbolic duel with Yamal to embody the new generation
On the side of Barcelona,
It is Lamine Yamal who recovers number 10, Another strong change this summer. Two wonders, two legendary jerseys, and the same expectation: embody the future of their respective clubs. For Mbappé, this gesture symbolizes a CAP crossed. And a form of supreme recognition in the Madrid project.
It remains to be seen whether this 10 will inspire French as much as the 9 which launched it in the Merengue galaxy. The 2025-2026 season reaches out to him. And now, responsibilities are sewn on the back.
