Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe has never shied away from giving credit to his inspirations. He has been vocal about his love for a number of superstars from different teams and sports that have somewhat inspired him to become what he is today and better.
The player he idolised most was always Cristiano Ronaldo, and he has been vocal about it throughout his career, through celebrations and interviews. He has since become a player who, in some ways, is stylistically similar to the Portuguese.
Mbappe, after Real Madrid's win over Leganes, shared some things about his bond with Ronaldo that made for a very heartfelt and wholesome moment.
Cristiano Ronaldo gives Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe a lot of advice
After collecting the match ball for his brace, Mbappe was asked about equalling Ronaldo's first-season tally at Real Madrid, to which he said: “Cristiano Ronaldo and I speak frequently. He gives me a lot of advice.
“I'm very happy to equal his goals in the first season, we know what he represents for all of us, but the really important thing is to win trophies with Real Madrid."
It is something that is very nice to hear as a fan. Real Madrid fans love Mbappe, and they also love Ronaldo. To see Mbappe talking about Ronaldo's influence and the advice he gives him, it just makes fans feel very nice about the club.
It is hard to explain, but Real Madrid's bond with Ronaldo is something they also want with Mbappe. It is also nice to see that Mbappe still looks for advice from his biggest influences, which could mean he may soon become an even better version of the player he is today.
Mbappe will now focus on the next match, which is against Real Sociedad in the second leg of the semi-final of the Copa Del Rey on Tuesday. Winning that match would mean that Real Madrid would face either Barcelona or Atletico Madrid in the final - two of Ronaldo's favorite teams to play against.