Kylian Mbappé profile: song, nationality, religion, earnings, boots, scandals
Yasmine Green
Dailysports's expert
Translated by the editors
Kylian Mbappé is not only one of the most celebrated footballers of our time but also one of the most controversial. The Dailysports team has prepared a profile of the star forward.
Kylian Mbappé: song
A significant part of Mbappé's legacy is captured in the song "Ramenez La Coupe A La Maison," written by artist Vegedream after France's victory in the 2018 World Cup. Mbappé was a key member of that team.
“Ball control, strike with the left, right—Kylian Mbappé! Acceleration, feint, through ball, shot—Kylian Mbappé!”
Kylian Mbappé: roots
Mbappé does not have purely French roots. His mother, Fayza Lamari, is of Algerian descent, while his father, Wilfrid Mbappé, emigrated from Cameroon. Interestingly, Wilfried’s distant ancestors have Irish origins, which is reflected in Kylian's name that resembles the traditional Irish name "Cillian", meaning "little church."
Kylian Mbappé: religion
Mbappé grew up in a multi-faith family, and he is relatively private about his own beliefs. He once stated that he practices Christianity, but in December 2022, a Twitter account labeled him a Muslim, noting that his mother follows that faith. Mbappé himself denies adhering to Islam.
Kylian Mbappé: earnings
By the age of 18, Mbappé's salary reached eight figures. In his first year at PSG, he earned around €19 million. Gradually, that amount increased, and by the time he left PSG, his annual salary was €72 million, totaling €345 million earned in France. However, he will earn a significantly lower salary at Real Madrid, estimated at about €30 million per year.
Kylian Mbappé: boots
During the 2024-2025 season, the Frenchman will don special Nike Mercurial boots. They are designed in yellow and orange tones, with both the interior and exterior adorned with Mbappé’s personal logo. They can be purchased for €280.
Kylian Mbappé: scandals
The year 2024 was rife with troubles for the Frenchman. Following his departure from PSG, it emerged that the Paris club owed him €50 million in unpaid salary and loyalty bonuses. His exit from PSG was far from amicable, as the club president harbored grievances against the player. After joining Real Madrid, Mbappé faced allegations of sexual assault; however, Swedish authorities, where the alleged incident occurred, deny any involvement of the Frenchman.
