Kylian Mbappe was called up for a trial at Real Madrid at the age of 13, after being introduced by legend Zinedine Zidane. However, at that time, the Spanish Royal Club did not decide to sign a contract with him. Now, they have to spend a huge amount of money to bring back the French star on a free transfer, while also making him the team’s highest-paid player.

Coach Alberto De la Red, who directly watched Mbappe during his trial, shared about this player’s past. According to De la Red, at that time Mbappe was just a skinny, small boy. Many players with similar physiques are often unable to pursue a professional career due to increasing pressure. However, with Mbappe it is completely different.

In an interview with AS, when asked about Mbappe’s trial past, De la Red said: “People keep asking me about this. He’s just like any other kid who comes to practice.” in Valdebebas. Every once in a while, a few players will come for trials, and look how far he has come!

Zidane brought him here because he knew him. Zidane wants to test Mbappe’s talent. He has his own s𝓀𝒾𝓁𝓁s: speed and dribbling. Physically, Mbappe was very thin and small at that time. He’s not fully developed yet, and at the age of 12 or 13 it’s difficult to know whether you can succeed in the world of professional football. Many players like Mbappe were not able to pursue their passion.”

When asked if he expected Mbappe to develop as he has, De la Red replied: “It’s him and everyone will be surprised. In the end, history tells us that very few people can rise to the top.” professional level. And with Mbappe’s level, you can imagine it was a long journey, where he was both lucky and worked hard.”

This week, Mbappe and the French team will participate in Euro 2024. They will face Austria, the Netherlands and Poland respectively. Certainly, Mbappe desires to further assert his name in Germany, after conquering the World Cup.