Mbappe Lands in Cameroon, Set To Play for Second Division Club

Mbappe Lands in Cameroon, Set To Play for Second Division Club

Ibitoye Shittu
updated at July 7, 2023 at 8:23 AM
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  • Kylian Mbappe is currently in Cameroon on a visit to his father's homeland
  • The Frenchman has been linked with a move to Real Madrid this summer
  • The former Monaco star will also feature for a local team in a football game

Paris Saint-Germain striker, Kylian Mbappe landed in Cameroon - the native country of his father - on July 6, as the saga over his future continues amid links to Real Madrid.

Over the years, the Spanish giants have shown keen interest in signing the French star, from his time with Monaco before he joined the Parisians, and even after he moved to the French capital.

Mbappe has even admitted he was a Real Madrid fan, who once described how he decorated the walls of his bedroom with images of their former star, Cristiano Ronaldo.

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French striker, Kylian Mbappe in action for PSG. Photo: Jean Catuffe.
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Mbappe's future with PSG remains unclear. He has turned down a contract extension and his club would want to cash in before he leaves for free at the end of the season.

There have also been reports suggesting the Frenchman and Real Madrid have agreed on a deal for a summer move, although no official statement has been made in this regard.

Mbappe featuring for Cameroon team

According to a report Get Football News France, Mbappe's holiday in Cameroon will involve many activities, including visits to local sites and a special match with the Vent d’Etoudi Football Club, a second-division team owned by former tennis star, Yannick Noah.

It was also reported the former ace would host the footballer for two nights in the country, per Goal.

Mbappe's holiday 'tour' also saw him visit the United States, where he was spotted with celebs and billionaires.

Mbappe arrives in Cameroon

Earlier, Sports Brief reported on French superstar, Mbappe arriving in Yaounde, Cameroon, for a three-day visit of the Central African nation.

The Paris Saint-Germain star arrived in the capital on Thursday along with his father, Wilfrid, to a raucous welcome from fans and officials.

Mbappe will spend the next few days touring the country, with his itinerary including building a recreational facility and new social centre.

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