Kylian Mbappé, the renowned French footballer, recently shared his admiration for AC Milan and hinted at a potential move to the Italian club in the future. In an interview with Sky, Mbappé revealed his childhood fondness for AC Milan, stating, “I was always saying: if I will go to Italy one day, I will go to Milan”. He emphasized his long-standing interest in Serie A, particularly in AC Milan, by noting, “As a kid, I was a big fan of AC Milan and I always watch Serie A, every Milan game”.
Mbappé’s Family Ties to AC Milan
Adding a personal touch to his football preferences, Mbappé mentioned that his entire family supports AC Milan. He expressed this familial connection by saying, “All my family, massive Milan fan!” This statement underscores the deep personal and emotional ties that Mbappé and his family have with the Italian club.
Recent Transfer Speculations
Mbappé’s comments come amidst recent speculations about his future club affiliations. Having departed Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), he has been strongly linked with a move to Real Madrid. Reports as recent as May 2024 suggested that Mbappé was set for a June announcement at Real Madrid, following confirmations of his imminent transfer to the Spanish club. However, his latest remarks about AC Milan introduce a new dimension to the ongoing transfer saga, suggesting that a stint in Italian football could also be a possibility for the striker.