Kylian Mbappé has officially been assigned the number 10 jersey at Real Madrid for the 2025/26 season. The confirmation came as the club updated its official squad list on their website.
Mbappé had previously teased the news with a cryptic post on X, simply featuring the number “10,” sparking widespread speculation about his new number at the Santiago Bernabéu.
Real Madrid has now made it official, releasing new photos of Mbappé wearing the iconic shirt on their website. He takes over the number 10 jersey one long associated with creativity and leadership on the pitch.
More than just a shirt number, this move signals Mbappé's central role in Real Madrid’s new era under head coach Xabi Alonso.
The number 10 has a rich legacy at the club, worn by legends like Luka Modrić, Luís Figo, and Clarence Seedorf. Mbappé also wears the same number for the French national team, making this a natural fit as he becomes a key figure in Real Madrid’s future.
Wearing the number 10 further solidifies Mbappé’s image as the face of the new Los Blancos generation both to fans and the global football audience.
With Mbappé now occupying the number 10, the number 9 jersey is up for grabs. Rising stars like Endrick and Gonzalo García are rumored to be top contenders for it. That number also carries historical weight, having been worn by legends such as Karim Benzema, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Alfredo Di Stéfano.
Mbappé taking over the number 10 marks a new chapter for Real Madrid. The club is hoping their new superstar will lead them to major titles in the upcoming season.
