Mbappe in the footsteps of Ronaldo .. The number 10 is the beginning of the new legend sports

As Cristiano Ronaldo did more than a decade ago, Killian Mbappe decided to start a new chapter in his career with Real Madrid by changing the number he holds on his back, turning from the number 9 to number 10, after the departure of Luka Modric, in a symbolic move that reflects his position in the new Madrid project.

From No. 9 to 10 .. the legacy of the stars

In the 2010-2011 season, after the departure of legend Raul Gonzalez, Cristiano received the number 7, to start the legendary CR7 era. Now, after the first season in which Mbappe wore the number 9, he turns into the number 10, just as it happened with his favorite star.

The change was not surprising. The player announced it through his official accounts, then confirmed by the Royal Club. It seems that Real Madrid sees in Mbappe, the leader of the next stage, after the end of the Modric era, the last of the major midfield leaders.

A difficult start like Ronaldo

The start was not perfect. Mbappe admitted after the Athletic Bilbao match that he had reached the bottom in his beginnings with the Real. Adapting to a new club and a different culture was not easy, even for the world champion.

But as happened with Cristiano in his first season, the season ended without decisive titles, despite a remarkable individual brilliance. Although he did not score goals in some decisive moments, Mbabe concluded the season with 44 goals, a number that reflects his great offensive impact, and places it at the heart of the team’s sports project.

Number 10 is not just a number

The selection of the number was not 10 coincidence. This number carries a great symbolic burden, especially in Real Madrid. After Luka Modric wore it for years, the club decided to give him to Mbabi without hesitation, in reference to his leadership role in the next stage.

This comes in light of the talk about the renewal of the contract of Vinicius Junior, and future possibilities that may lead to changes in the team’s structure. In this context, Mbappe is seen as the “cornerstone” of the future.

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Ronaldo’s path is repeated with Mbappe

From his move to Madrid, to his difficult beginnings, and then change the number after the first volatile season, Cristiano Ronaldo’s story with Killian Mbappe is almost entirely.

The only difference is that the French star started his career with the two titles: the European Super Cup and the Club World Cup, while Cristiano waited longer to start winning the major championships.

Towards glory

Real Madrid gives Mbabe the keys, and the fans see a leader of a new era. With the number 10 on his back, Killian returns to the field with a new spirit, and his eye on the Champions League, LaGa, and continuing to write a personal glory that may equal, or even beyond, the legend of CR7.