'I will give my life for this club': Kylian Mbappe unveiled by Real Madrid in front of 80,000 fans
French star Kylian Mbappe's name rang around Santiago Bernabeu Stadium as Real Madrid unveiled him as their newest 'galactico' signing.
Fans gathered in record numbers to catch a glimpse of Mbappe in the club's iconic white kit during an official presentation.
The forward earlier completed a medical assessment with the reigning Champions League titleholders before signing a five-year contract worth more than $24 million per season with an additional signing bonus above $100 million.
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Kylian Mbappe kisses his new Real Madrid jersey during his presentation as a new Real Madrid player at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu. Jose Hernandez/Anadolu via Getty Images
In front of 80,000 fans, Mbappe was handed his No.9 jersey by club president Florentino Perez — fulfilling a childhood dream of the French captain.
"We would like to welcome an exceptional player who has come to help us continue our winning ways," Perez told the crowd.
"Welcome to your home."
With his parents in attendance alongside club legend and fellow Frenchman Zinedine Zidane, Mbappe was overcome with emotion.
"I've slept for many years with the dream of playing for Real Madrid and today my dream has come true," Mbappe said.
"My family is happy and my mum is crying.
"My dream is to measure up to this club, the greatest club in history.
"I will give my life for this club and this crest.
Real Madrid's new signing Kylian Mbappe is unveiled at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu. David Ramos via Getty Images
"I'd like to send a message to the children: I was like you, I had a dream and today I have fulfilled it. I want to give some advice and that is that with passion you can do anything you want. Today, I'm here, and next time it could be one of you."
Real Madrid had pursued the 25-year-old since his teenage years but finally recruited the world-leading striker following his decision not to renew his high-profile contract with Paris Saint-Germain.
"I know you will never forget that day in December 2012, when Zinedine Zidane invited you to visit Real Madrid City and meet the players you admired so much," Perez said.
The crowd which turned out to welcome Mbappe matched the record figure set 15 years earlier when Cristiano Ronaldo was unveiled as the club's star recruit.
In his new side, Mbappe will form part of an offensive trio including English midfielder Jude Bellingham and Brazilian attacker Vinicius Junior.
While his new teammates began training on Monday, Mbappe will enjoy a few more days off following France's disappointing Euros campaign.
It is hoped he will make his highly-anticipated debut for Real on August 26.
