Kylian Mbappé seems to be following in the footsteps of Cristiano Ronaldo in Madrid. At just 25 years old, the Frenchman displays statistics and an impact on the game that recall the former Portuguese legend’s thunderous debut in the Merengue jersey. Indeed, with 14 goals scored before the break, Mbappé is even ahead of Ronaldo, who had scored 13 at this same stage during his first season with Real in 2009. These figures are not just anecdotal: they reflect a rise in impressive power, reinforcing the idea that Mbappé could become the natural heir of CR7 in the history of the Madrid club.
Mbappé heir to Cristiano Ronaldo?
The story of Cristiano Ronaldo in Madrid marked a generation. The arrival of Kylian Mbappé at the club, although highly anticipated, was accompanied by many questions: could he withstand the pressure of such an emblematic transfer? Was he ready to step into the shadow of his predecessor? Today, the answers seem obvious. Like Ronaldo before him, Mbappé had a mixed start, punctuated by doubts and criticism, but he was able to turn things around.
Ronaldo had scored 13 goals in La Liga before the break in his first season, scoring against teams like Xerez and Tenerife. Mbappé already has 14 goals, stringing together high-level performances against opponents like Sevilla, Girona and Pachuca. His average? A goal every 141 minutes, a statistic which reflects an efficiency worthy of that of the five-time Ballon d’Or.
Mbappé’s progress chart is better than that of CR7
A similar adaptation
Like Ronaldo in 2009, Mbappé did not escape the early difficulties. In La Liga, he had not scored in his first three matches, leaving room for questions. However, a decisive turning point came after the disastrous game against Bilbao: since then, Kylian has had a string of performances. Like CR7, his progress is based on an impeccable work ethic and a mind of steel.
The parallel goes beyond the numbers. Both brought a new aura to Real Madrid upon their arrival, and their ability to swing big matches is undeniable. In this sense, Mbappé seems to be following in Ronaldo’s footsteps, proving that he can become a leader in key moments.
Towards a future worthy of CR7?
With his 14 goals at mid-season, Mbappé projects a season with nearly 40 goals, a bar regularly reached by Cristiano Ronaldo during his prosperous years in Madrid. The Frenchman shows that he is much more than a simple successor: he aspires to write his own chapter while drawing inspiration from the example left by the Portuguese.
Today, everything seems to indicate that Mbappé has the cards in hand to establish himself as one of the greatest players in the club’s history. Following in Ronaldo’s footsteps, he is not content with following a set path, he is redrawing it in his own way, with limitless ambition and formidable efficiency.
