“He is a leader”. Thibaut Courtois speaks on Kylian Mbappé’s game and his growth

Kylian Mbappé joined Real Madrid in the summer of 2024 and has already become an indispensable figure for the Royal Club. Courtois opened up about the Frenchman’s impact and performances.

Details: In an interview with COPE, the goalkeeper said they have witnessed remarkable growth from Mbappé this year. It is now clear that the Frenchman has become a true leader.

Quote: “This year we’re seeing a major step forward in Mbappé’s winning mentality. You can tell he’s a leader. Last season he struggled a bit to adapt to the team and to his role, but this year he’s leading us,” Courtois said.

This season, Kylian Mbappé has made 16 appearances for Real Madrid across all competitions, scoring 18 goals and providing two assists.

Reminder: Real defeated Barcelona 2–1 in the latest El Clásico, and recently Madrid’s goalkeeper revealed who added extra fuel to the rivalry.