Real Madrid's Potential Lineup Explored As Kylian Mbappé Joins the La Liga Champions

• Kylian Mbappé has been handed the No.9 shirt for Real Madrid and is expected to shoulder the goal-scoring burden for Los Blancos
• Madrid expects him to wear the all-white jersey in a competitive game for the first time when they face Atalanta in the UEFA Super Cup
• As the 2024-25 season approaches, Briefly News explores Real Madrid's potential line-up with their new 'Galactico' signing

On Tuesday, Kylian Mbappé realised his lifelong dream by donning the iconic Real Madrid jersey in front of a packed house at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium. Nearly 80,000 fans warmly welcomed the 25-year-old French star during his official unveiling as the club's newest addition.

Mbappé, alongside club president Florentino Pérez, signed his five-year contract with the Spanish giants and took to the stage at the Bernabeu to a chorus of cheers from the Madrid faithful.

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Wearing the No. 9 jersey, he beamed and waved to the supporters chanting his name. He then embraced Pérez and former Real Madrid legend Zinedine Zidane, who had first invited Mbappé to visit the club as a teenager.

As the 2024-25 season approaches, Briefly News explores how Real Madrid could line up with their new 'Galactico' signing, Kylian Mbappé.

Mbappé deployed as centre forward for Real Madrid

Although Mbappé excels in central roles, he prefers not to be confined to the traditional No. 9 position. He aims to maximise his influence on the game, akin to Lionel Messi and Neymar, by creating and finishing chances.

However, deploying him as a centre forward would enable coach Carlo Ancelotti to maintain a 4-3-3 formation, pairing Mbappé with Vinicius Jr in attack.

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Vinicius could continue in his dynamic role on the left, while Mbappé enjoys the freedom to operate centrally, potentially mirroring Karim Benzema's role as a facilitator.

Left Winger in a 4-3-3

Traditionally, Mbappé has thrived on the left wing, playing in an inside-left role similar to Thierry Henry. This position lets him drop deeper to receive the ball and make penetrating runs behind defences.

However, Vinicius Jr's presence at Real Madrid complicates this setup, as he has also become a star on the left flank. If Ancelotti chooses to deploy Mbappé wide, Vinicius might shift to a central role, a position he has occasionally played this season, though usually as part of a front two.

Kylian Mbappé has strike partnership options

Ancelotti's experimentation with formations last summer, prompted by Karim Benzema's departure, saw a shift from the 4-3-3 to a diamond midfield with two forwards. With Mbappé's arrival, the formation could revert to its previous setup or further solidify the dual-striker system.

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Mbappé might play alongside another forward, potentially assuming a role with fewer defensive duties, enabling him to focus on attacking.

Jude Bellingham has already secured the creative midfield spot, potentially setting up Mbappé and Vinicius Jr as a formidable striking duo. Alternatively, Mbappé could partner with the more creative Rodrygo, or Real Madrid might seek an orthodox No. 9 to complement their attack.

These lineup possibilities illustrate how Mbappé's arrival will influence Real Madrid's tactical approach, showcasing the flexibility and potential of their star-studded squad.

Kylian Mbappé reveals desired position at Real Madrid

Kylian Mbappé has stated his readiness to play any role in Real Madrid's attack as directed by manager Carlo Ancelotti next season.

On 1 July, the 25-year-old officially joined Los Blancos after his contract with Paris Saint-Germain expired. This marked the end of seven successful years at the Parc des Princes, where he initially arrived on loan from Monaco.

Source: YEN.com.gh