Real Madrid have confirmed Kylian Mbappe will wear the No.10 shirt from next season. Mbappe has been officially assigned the iconic No. 10 jersey at Real Madrid for the upcoming 2025–26 season, following the departure of Luka Modric. The French superstar confirmed the news himself at first with a cryptic yet powerful post—simply “10”—on his X account, immediately igniting buzz across the football world.
Mbappe’s social media post—just the number “10”—served as his own announcement, a clever move embraced by the club as a perfect marketing strategy. Moments later, Real Madrid’s official website updated its first-team squad list, listing Mbappe as the new No. 10, solidifying the transition following Modric’s exit.
This move not only ends the speculation surrounding his number but also reinforces his expected leadership role within Xabi Alonso’s squad. Wearing the No. 10 at Real Madrid is no small honor. This legendary shirt has been worn by greats like Luka Modric, Luis Figo, Mesut Ozil, Clarence Seedorf, and even Raul in his early days. It’s a number that symbolizes creativity, influence, and leadership on the pitch.
For Mbappe, who also wears the No. 10 with the French national team, the choice further elevates his status and global marketability as the club’s new poster boy. With Mbappe taking the No. 10, the iconic No. 9 jersey is now available. Among the possible candidates to inherit it are Endrick, the Brazilian wonderkid set to join soon, and young striker Gonzalo. However, Real Madrid has yet to confirm who will step into the role once occupied by legendary forwards like Karim Benzema, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Alfredo Di Stefan
