According to reports from Mundo Deportivo, Kylian Mbappe is not inclined to claim Cristiano Ronaldo’s iconic No. 7 shirt at Real Madrid, unless Vinicius Junior relinquishes it or decides to switch numbers. Vinicius Junior currently holds the jersey and may be reluctant to part with it. However, with Luka Modric’s impending departure at the season’s end, the coveted No. 10 shirt could become available for Mbappe.

Whether Mbappe attaches great importance to specific shirt numbers remains uncertain. If he finds it imperative to wear his preferred number, though this scenario seems improbable, his choices for potential destinations could be limited if he decides to seek a move elsewhere. Speculation has linked him with a possible transfer to Arsenal, aiming to emulate Thierry Henry, yet the No. 14 jersey is currently occupied by Eddie Nketiah, presenting another dilemma regarding shirt numbers.

Mbappe has previously sported the No. 10 shirt, notably during his standout performances for France in the 2022 World Cup, where he netted a memorable hat-trick in the final match.

As Mbappe’s contract with PSG winds down, it promises to be a period filled with anticipation. While he might have already made his decision regarding his next club, the footballing world eagerly awaits official confirmation of his destination for the upcoming season. Meanwhile, Mbappe remains focused on securing another Ligue 1 title and potentially clinching his first Champions League trophy in his remaining months with the Parisian club.

Kylian Mbappé

This season he played in total 20 times for 1629 minutes for Ligue 1.

Kylian Mbappé  scored 21 goals for Paris Saint Germain. He procured 4 assists. He received 3 yellow cards and no red cards.

His team is currently 1st in Ligue 1. In the last match Paris Saint Germain won 2-0 against Nantes.

Paris Saint Germain performance and stats

Paris Saint Germain is currently 1st in the Ligue 1 with 53 points.

In the last 22 games, it has won 16 times, drawn 5 times, and lost once. In its last match, Paris Saint Germain won 0-2 against Nantes.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 53 goals and conceding 18.​

Real Madrid performance and stats

Real Madrid is currently 1st in the La Liga with 61 points.

In the last 24 games, it has won 19 times, drawn 4 times, and lost once. In its last match, Real Madrid won 4-0 against Girona.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 52 goals and conceding 15.​