The record that Mbappé took from James Rodríguez at Real Madrid

“I want you to know that your love for Real Madrid has given you the strength to break down all the barriers and obstacles on the path that led you to this stadium. Since you were a child, you have seen that this club has something different, difficult things happen in this stadium, but we Real Madrid fans know why magical nights happen, and it is because this shirt never gives up and this fan base will always be with you until the end,” he said.

“You have achieved your dream because you have never given up. You are here because you wanted to, only your willpower has been able to overcome adversity. Thank you for making an effort that many cannot even imagine to be able to wear this white shirt today, the one with 15 European Cups,” he continued.

After Florentino Pérez, it was Kylian Mbappé’s turn, who was cheered from the start by his new fans and to whom he dedicated his speech with the aim of winning their affection even more after the previous summers in which he was close to joining Real Madrid, but stayed at Paris Saint-Germain.

“Good morning everyone. I’m going to try to speak in Spanish. Wow, it’s incredible to be here. I’ve been dreaming for many years about playing for Real Madrid, today my dream has come true and I’m a very happy boy today. Very happy,” he began his speech.

“Thanks to the president, Florentino Pérez, who has believed in me from day one. Many things have happened. And to all the people who have worked to get here. I know it has been difficult, but I am here, I am a Real Madrid player and my whole family is happy, with my mother crying…” he continued.

Mbappé then complied with the fans’ request and kissed the crest, a gesture he repeated on numerous occasions before leaving the pitch.

The French player closed his first speech as a Real Madrid player with a “one, two, three, Hala Madrid!” chanted by the fans who filled the Santiago Bernabéu to welcome him.

After his speeches, which focused on Mbappé’s efforts to play for Real Madrid and his messages of affection, the Frenchman made a lap of the pitch, throwing balls into the stands and kissing the crest.