Real Madrid to Grant Mbappe the Iconic Number 10 Jersey: A Club Decision, Not a Player Request

In the upcoming season, Real Madrid’s forward, **Kylian Mbappé**, will don the number 10 jersey. This change comes after the departure of midfielder **Luka Modrić**. L’Équipe has reported on this development.

According to the source, the French player did not specifically request the number from the club. Instead, it was an initiative from the club’s management, who had been considering this since the summer of 2024, when Mbappé joined the team.

It is emphasized that the forward is supportive of this number change, just as Real Madrid is looking forward to the potential revenue from updated Mbappé jerseys.

In the previous season, the French striker wore the number 9 shirt.

Mbappé playfully teased Thuram during the ceremony honoring the Champions League winners: