'Grateful' - Kylian Mbappe sends special message to Real Madrid one year on from completing remarkable free transfer from PSG

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Kylian Mbappe has marked the first anniversary of his arrival at Real Madrid with a heartfelt message to the club, expressing appreciation for the continued support since his unveiling at the Santiago Bernabeu. The French superstar completed his long-awaited free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain last summer and made an immediate impact in Spain.

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WHAT HAPPENED?

Mbappe’s first season in the iconic white shirt of Real Madrid was nothing short of extraordinary. The 25-year-old forward registered 44 goals and five assists in 59 appearances across all competitions. His prolific form saw him carve out a place in the club’s history books despite Real Madrid enduring a trophyless campaign.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Among the 44 goals he scored, 31 came in La Liga. That figure alone set a new club benchmark, making Mbappe the highest-scoring debutant in Real Madrid’s league history. He surpassed the long-standing record of 27 goals previously held by Alfredo Di Stefano, a legendary figure whose mark had stood untouched for more than seven decades.

WHAT MBAPPE SAID

Taking to social media to commemorate the occasion, Mbappé shared a message that read: “A year ago. Grateful for all the love you've given me since day one. Hala Madrid.”

WHAT NEXT FOR MBAPPE?

Mbappe is expected to play an even more central role under Xabi Alonso as Real Madrid strive to return to the summit of Spanish and European football next season. They are set to open their 2025–26 La Liga season against Osasuna on August 19.