Modric had been wearing the number ten shirt when Mbappe joined Real Madrid. However, with Modric's departure, the number became available for Mbappe.

According to reports, Mbappe will swap the number nine shirt, currently worn by Karim Benzema, for the number ten.

Mbappe had a successful first season in Spain, scoring 44 goals and providing five assists in 59 games, despite Real Madrid not winning a trophy.