Kylian Mbappe: The Definitive Biography of the World Cup Star By Julien Laurens

EXPERIENCE THE DEFINITIVE, UNPARALLELED BIOGRAPHY OF MODERN FOOTBALL’S GREATEST ICON, WRITTEN BY WORLD-RENOWNED FRENCH FOOTBALL JOURNALIST JULIEN LAURENS.

“Arguably the finest Paris born-and-bred journalist on the finest Paris born-and-bred footballer.” — James Horncastle

“The authoritative read on one of football's biggest stars.” — Sam Wallace

At just 19 years old, Kylian Mbappé led France to glory at the 2018 World Cup, becoming only the second teenager in history to score in a final and cementing his place as the heir to Messi and Ronaldo.

Drawing on a decade of unprecedented access to the player's inner circle—including friends, coaches, and past and present teammates—acclaimed journalist Julien Laurens paints an intimate, vivid portrait of Mbappé’s meteoric rise. From his humble upbringing in the Parisian suburbs and training at the elite Clairefontaine academy to his dominance with AS Monaco, Paris Saint-Germain, and his blockbuster move to Real Madrid, this book explores the triumphs, pressures, and psychology of a global phenomenon. Discover the definitive story behind the headlines as Mbappé continues to shape the history of the beautiful game.

Why this book is a must-have:

• Definitive Authority: Written by Julien Laurens, the leading authority on French football, backed by exclusive access and deep investigative reporting.

• Comprehensive Journey: Chronicles Mbappé’s entire trajectory from a suburban Parisian kid to a World Cup champion and global Real Madrid superstar.

• Intimate Psychological Insight: Examines the immense pressures of early fame, complex club dynamics, and the relentless drive behind his success.

• Essential Sports Biography: A mandatory addition for football fanatics, sports historians, and admirers of modern athletic greatness.

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