Cristiano Ronaldo welcomes Kylian Mbappé to Real Madrid

In a transfer that's been the talk of the town, French football sensation Kylian Mbappé has officially signed a five-year deal with Real Madrid, marking a significant shift in his career as he moves from Paris Saint-Germain to the storied Spanish club.

The 25-year-old expressed his joy and pride on social media, stating, "A dream come true, So happy and proud to join the club of my dream @realmadrid. Nobody can understand how excited I am right now. Can’t wait to see you, Madridistas, and thanks for your unbelievable support. ¡Hala Madrid!"

Cristiano Ronaldo, former Real Madrid legend and current Al-Nassr star, couldn't hide his enthusiasm for Mbappe's future at Real Madrid.

Ronaldo, who himself scored 450 goals during his glorious nine-year tenure at Madrid, expressed his excitement on social media, saying, "My turn to *eyes emoji* Excited to see you light up the Bernabéu. #HalaMadrid".

Mbappe’s decision to join Real Madrid comes after much speculation and a previously declined extension with PSG.

"I wanted to speak to you," Mbappe conveyed to his fans, signaling the end of an era at PSG. "It's my last year at Paris Saint-Germain. I will not extend and the adventure will come to an end in a few weeks."

Mbappé, who has had an illustrious seven-year run with PSG, announced his departure from the French club last month.

During this period, he has evolved not just as a player but also as a person, embracing both the highs and the challenges of professional football. "It's hard, and I never thought it would be this difficult to announce that, to leave my country, France, Ligue 1, a championship I have always known, but I think I needed this - a new challenge after seven years," Mbappé reflected.

The photographs accompanying Mbappé's announcement on social media, features him in Real Madrid memorabilia and a young Mbappé posing with Ronaldo.