Kylian Mbappé harbours a lifelong passion for AC Milan that runs deeper than most football allegiances. The Real Madrid forward's devotion to the Rossoneri stems from his formative years in France, shaped by an Italian family who became central to his upbringing and ignited an enduring love for the Milan club.
During his childhood at Bondy, where his father Wilfred served as sporting director, Mbappé spent considerable summers with his Italian nanny Beatrice Riccardi and her husband Nicola. The couple's household was steeped in Rossoneri culture, and young Kylian absorbed their passion for the Serie A giants. His mother Fayza recalls the intensity of those formative years with characteristic humour: "When AC Milan lost, Kylian would throw the remote control at the TV and swear in Italian."
A Bond Beyond Football
Mbappé's connection to AC Milan transcends casual fandom. Speaking to Gazzetta dello Sport in 2023, he articulated the depth of his attachment: "My bond with AC Milan is special. As a child I had an Italian nanny and spent a lot of time with her family, all AC Milan fans. So thanks to them I supported the Rossoneri too and watched several matches." He added a tantalizing prospect that has captivated Milan supporters: "I've always said that one day I would play for AC Milan."
That childhood admiration persists even as Mbappé operates at football's highest tier. When asked to compare Inter Milan and AC Milan, the world-class striker revealed his priorities without hesitation, flashing a broad smile before declaring his preference for the Rossoneri while acknowledging that Inter deserve respect. His fluency in Italian—born from those summer months—remains a testament to his immersion in Riccardi family life.
Whether Mbappé's Milan dream materializes remains uncertain, yet his nostalgic bond with the club endures as a reminder that even elite athletes carry childhood loyalties forged through family connections and shared moments. For now, the Real Madrid sensation continues to balance his professional ambitions in Spain with an unshakeable sentimental attachment to the Rossoneri.
