Real Madrid always roll out the red carpet to invite Kylian Mbappe but so far, they have not been able to convince the French striker. Behind the scenes is the thrilling story of Mbappe’s choice.

Kylian Mbappe repeatedly turned down Real Madrid, even though it was his dream club. (Source: Dan Tri)

Boy Kylian Mbappe was only 13 years old at the time Jires Kembo surprised the whole family. More than a decade on, people still feel shaky every time this story is told.

It was then in 2012, Kembo began to build a promising career. He represents the French U21 team and plays for the top club in France, Rennes. However, this 24-year-old decided to come to Abu Dhabi to join Al Ain.

The character Kembo mentioned here is Mbappe’s adopted brother. According to the recounted story, the young Mbappe broke down in tears when he heard his brother’s decision. At that age of “not eating enough, worrying about not coming”, Mbappe is still aware of what is right for him.

The boy promised his mother: “He chose money over football. It was a big mistake. I won’t make the same mistake in the future.” And when at a critical moment in his career, Mbappe did not choose to stand at the crossroads, instead his position was on the roundabout. The French striker does not have to choose between money or football. The best decision is to both be able to play at the top and have a lot of money.

It is important that Kembo’s “shocking” decision in the past soon blew into Mbappe’s soul the grit. It helps him understand that the world out there is not all rosy, but full of temptations and pitfalls. To rise up, players must always keep a clear mind before all options.

Unlike many other young players, Mbappe has equipped himself with a “shield” to protect against outside public opinion or undue influence. Therefore, despite being born in the suburbs of Paris, this player still chose Monaco as the starting point of his career.

Mbappe does not hide his admiration for C.Ronaldo and Real Madrid. The posters of CR7 and Los Blancos seem to have taken up all the space in this small room and stuck deep into the boy’s mind. Or as a teenager at France’s Clairefontaine talent academy, Mbappe always carried a string with the words: Chelsea FC.

However, Mbappe’s mind is alert enough to overwhelm his heart. Despite receiving dozens of offers at a very young age, the striker still knows how to put his mind in Monaco. In 2017, Mbappe took a step forward in his career when he decided to join PSG, instead of Real Madrid.

The dream of wearing the white shirt of Real Madrid has never faded in Mbappe’s heart. However, everything needs a schedule. The decision to reject Real Madrid in 2017 reflects the person of Mbappe, one of the most powerful players in the world at the moment.

Six years have passed, the French star is again in the sights of Real Madrid. He continues to be attacked with accusations of betrayal and broken promises. But ignoring the words of the curtain, Mbappe is about to do what he wants.

In 2017, Mbappe, then 18, signed a contract with PSG on loan with an option to buy for 145 million euros. That amount makes him the second most expensive player in the world (after Neymar).

Besides the desire of the Parisian son to play at the Parc des Princes, Mbappe wants to build a good foundation for himself. Staying in France poses less of a risk than going abroad at the age of 18. Mbappe wants to stay at PSG for a few years, before reaching higher heights. Real Madrid for example.

Many questions emerge from here. Can PSG rise to become the best team in Europe, to make Mbappe reconsider leaving? Or did Mbappe fulfill his promise to his mother in the past?

So far, the 24-year-old player is still consistent with his decision. The fact is that in 2017, Mbappe does not want to rush to leave Monaco, but aims to build the foundation for another year. But at that time, the team of the Principality needed money too much. They negotiated by Real Madrid. Mbappe feels betrayed.

Regardless of Real Madrid being a dream destination, Mbappe still flatly refused. Realizing the opportunity, PSG “dropped the fish” and they got results. And Mbappe feels he can still control the development path.

Last summer, Real Madrid attacked fiercely to get Mbappe. But his family thinks that is not the right time for him to set foot in the Bernabeu. Finally, after a period of “rebellion”, Mbappe let go of his ego to choose to stay at PSG and put himself in a confrontation with Real Madrid. Whatever the circumstances, Mbappe’s goal is always the same. It is the utmost caution for the career.

Anyone can see Mbappe’s stubborn image but behind it, the striker is always disciplined and consistent with his career choices. The lessons of the old Kembo are always present, reminding Mbappe what he needs to do.

Up to this point, Mbappe is still on the right track