Kylian Mbappe excited to reunite with a familiar PSG face at Real Madrid | OneFootball

A fresh report from Defensa Central has stirred excitement among Real Madrid supporters, revealing that Kylian Mbappe is eager to reunite with Achraf Hakimi, only this time at the Santiago Bernabeu rather than in Paris. 

Mbappe’s arrival last season has already strengthened the French influence inside the dressing room, and that presence could become even stronger by 2026, with Real Madrid closely monitoring Dayot Upamecano and Ibrahima Konate as potential future signings.

Both French defenders are admired at the club and could realistically make the switch to Madrid once their current contracts expire. 

But even with these defensive options on the radar, Mbappe’s preferred reunion appears to be a very different one.

A friendship that bloomed on Paris

The player the French superstar most hopes to play alongside is Achraf Hakimi, someone who already knows Real Madrid perfectly. 

Hakimi came through the club’s academy, made his first steps in professional football wearing white, and has since developed into one of the world’s most complete right-backs. 

Mbappe shared a great friendship with Hakimi. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Naturally, speculation about a possible return has resurfaced, and Achraf’s agent, Alejandro Camano, added fuel to the fire when speaking about the Moroccan’s future. 

Providing clarity while leaving the door open, he stated, “Hakimi returns to Real Madrid? 

“He is happy in Paris, where he has a contract until 2029, but in football, nothing is impossible. Real Madrid is his home.” 

These comments have not gone unnoticed among the Madrid faithful. Hakimi’s form at PSG has been exceptional, consistently ranking him among PSG’s most decisive players. 

For now, Hakimi remains settled in Paris, but in football, situations can change quickly, as even his agent admitted. 

Mbappe’s presence at Real Madrid, combined with Hakimi’s deep connection to the club and admiration from the board, ensures this is a storyline that will continue to gather momentum.