Mbappé Jersey: history, numbers, and value (Monaco, France, PSG, Real Madrid)

Kylian Mbappé is not yet 27, but he has already worn **12 different numbers** across his youth training, professional clubs, and the French national team. Each number tells a story, a key moment, a turning point. The No. 33 from his first steps at Monaco in 2015. The No. 39 from his first assist in the Europa League. The No. 29 from his global explosion at 18. The No. 10 from the 2018 World Cup final. The No. 7 from his PSG years. The No. 9 then No. 10 at Real Madrid.

I authenticate Mbappé jerseys all year round in my workshop. Each season, each number, each version (Home, Away, Third, Player or Stadium) has its own rarity, its own market, its own value. This comprehensive guide traces Mbappé's career jersey by jersey, with the 6 authenticated gems currently in stock at Pure Football Shirts, all sold below their actual value. By the end of this article, you will know exactly what each Mbappé jersey is worth, why, and which one corresponds to your personal history with the player.

Before the pros: Kylian Mbappé's U19 jerseys

Before making a splash in Ligue 1, Mbappé made a name for himself with the French U19 team and in the Coupe Gambardella. It was during the 2015-2016 season that he scored three consecutive braces with AS Monaco's U19 team, a prelude to his rapid promotion to the first team. No jerseys from his U17-U19 periods circulate on the market — youth jerseys are never commercialized — which makes them almost impossible to find, confined to the personal archives of his teammates from that era.

The Monaco Era 2015-2017: From N°33 to N°10, the emergence of a global star

It was on the Rock that Mbappé exploded onto the world stage. In less than two years, he went from unknown to one of the most followed players on the planet, with jersey numbers that tell the story of this meteoric rise.

The No. 33 — His first professional match on December 2, 2015

On December 2, 2015, Kylian Mbappé came on as a substitute in the 88th minute against Stade Malherbe de Caen. He was 16 years and 11 months old, and he had just broken Thierry Henry's record for precocity at Monaco, held since 1994. On his back and on his shorts, a number typical of academy players making their first appearance: the No. 33.

This was a transitional number, worn for only a few matches. No authentic "Mbappé 33" flocked jersey is known to circulate on the market — and if a match-worn piece from this period were to resurface one day, it would likely fetch several tens of thousands of euros given its historical significance.

The No. 39 — His first assist in the Europa League

Shortly after his Ligue 1 debut, Mbappé inherited the No. 39 for Europa League matches. It was with this jersey that he delivered his first major European performance: an assist for Stephan El Shaarawy against Tottenham at White Hart Lane, in a 2015-2016 group stage match that many supporters have forgotten. For astute collectors, the No. 39 is a historical marker: it attests to Mbappé's presence on a continental stage long before his media explosion in 2017.

The No. 29 — The breakthrough season 2016-2017

This is THE number of the Monaco period. During the 2016-2017 season, Mbappé wore the No. 29 and exploded onto the world stage: 15 goals in Ligue 1, French champion title, Champions League semi-final, 6 goals in the Champions League (record for the youngest player to score five goals), a brace against Manchester City, a brace against Dortmund, a goal against Juventus. At 18, he became the most coveted prodigy on the planet.

The Monaco No. 29 jerseys from this season are the most sought-after from the Mbappé-Monaco period, all versions combined (Home, Away, Third). The Third orange-green floral gradient, co-designed by Nike for the 2016-2017 season, has become a cult item: rare, distinctive, linked to a record-breaking season.

The No. 10 — The last 4 Ligue 1 matches before PSG

A detail many forget: Mbappé briefly wore the No. 10 at Monaco, during the first 4 matches of the 2017-2018 Ligue 1 season, before his transfer to PSG on August 31, 2017. This was the very first No. 10 of his professional career, almost as rare as the No. 33 from his debut. "Mbappé 10" flocked jerseys for the 2017-2018 Monaco season are extremely confidential items that rarely appear on the secondary market.

The PSG Era 2017-2024: From Mercurial N°29 to the legendary N°7

Arriving at Paris Saint-Germain in August 2017 for 180 million euros (the second most expensive transfer in history after Neymar), Mbappé began his Parisian adventure with a surprising number.

The No. 29 — The Mercurial Season 2017-2018

For his first season at PSG, Mbappé kept his No. 29 from Monaco, his lucky number. This 2017-2018 season produced several jerseys that have become cult items for collectors, notably the special Mercurial version — a limited edition Nike designed to celebrate the Mercurial range, characterized by exclusive gold details.

The No. 7 — From 2018 to 2024, the Parisian golden age

Starting from the 2018-2019 season, Mbappé inherited the No. 7 and kept it until his departure for Madrid in the summer of 2024. Six seasons with this number, marked by 6 French championship titles, 5 Ligue 1 top scorer trophies, a Champions League final in 2020, and a cascade of records. The PSG Mbappé No. 7 jersey became one of the best-selling in the world between 2018 and 2024, across all seasons and versions (Home, Away, Third, Fourth, special Jordan editions, Champions League editions, etc.).

The most sought-after versions today are the Jordan collections (2018-2024), the "Hechter" 2019-2020 version with its iconic vertical design, and the "Bordeaux Away" 2022-2023 editions. A Player version (match version) from this period currently trades for between €150 and €400, compared to €80 to €150 for a Stadium version (replica). To learn all about the difference between these versions, consult my Authentic vs Replica guide.

The French National Team: from No. 12 to the iconic No. 10

With the French national team, Mbappé wore several numbers before obtaining the mythical No. 10.

No. 12 then No. 20 — Debuts with Les Bleus (2017-2018)

Mbappé made his senior debut on March 25, 2017 against Luxembourg (World Cup qualifiers) and was assigned the No. 12, a number available for young, newly selected players. He scored his first goal for Les Bleus on August 31, 2017 against the Netherlands, still with this No. 12. During the pre-2018 World Cup period, he also wore the No. 20, traditionally assigned to substitute forwards in the national team.

No. 10 — Platini and Zidane's number (since March 2018)

The turning point occurred on March 23, 2018. During a friendly match against Colombia at the Stade de France (2-3 defeat), Mbappé wore the French national team's No. 10 for the first time. He benefited from an injury to Alexandre Lacazette, who previously held the number. No one knew it yet, but it would become HIS number for years to come.

Three months later, in Russia, Mbappé became a World Champion with the No. 10 on his back. In the final on July 15, 2018 against Croatia (4-2), he became the youngest goal scorer in a World Cup final since Pelé in 1958. The France 2018 No. 10 Mbappé jersey instantly became one of the most iconic objects in contemporary French football.

Since then, Mbappé has worn the No. 10 in all major competitions with Les Bleus: Nations League, Euro 2020 (postponed to 2021), 2022 World Cup in Qatar (where he scored a hat-trick in the final against Argentina), and Euro 2024. He has also been captain since 2023.

The Real Madrid era 2024-...: from No. 9 to the historic No. 10

Summer 2024 marked one of the most anticipated transfers in football history. Mbappé signed for Real Madrid as a free agent after 7 years at PSG, finally realizing his childhood dream — he who had a bedroom decorated in merengue colors in Bondy.

No. 9 — The first merengue season (2024-2025)

For his first season at Real Madrid, Mbappé inherited the No. 9, a prestigious number previously worn by Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema, Raúl, Hugo Sánchez, and Alfredo Di Stéfano. With No. 7 occupied by Vinicius Jr. and No. 10 by Luka Modric, the choice of No. 9 became an obvious one for a striker of his caliber.

First assessment: 2024-2025 European Golden Shoe, top scorer in La Liga, a historic first season. The Real Madrid 2024-2025 jerseys with "Mbappé 9" are already a highly sought-after collector's item, especially in the Home (classic white) and Third versions.

No. 10 — The 2025-2026 season, in the lineage of legends

For the 2025-2026 season, Mbappé takes over the No. 10, freed up by Luka Modric's departure. A number previously worn by Zidane, Luis Figo, Mesut Özil, Robinho, Salgueiro — the list of Real's "10s" is a pantheon. Mbappé officially enters the lineage of the greatest. The Real Madrid 2025-2026 No. 10 Mbappé jerseys sell in record volumes upon their release, confirming the player's global star status.

How to authenticate a Mbappé jersey

With such a popular player, counterfeits are rampant on marketplaces. An absolute rule: any "France 2018 Mbappé jersey" new for less than €40 is 99% fake. The same principle applies to a "PSG No. 7 Mbappé Jordan" for €45 on Vinted — the authentic piece starts at a minimum of €90.

To authenticate a Mbappé jersey, the method depends on the brand:

— Nike jerseys (Monaco, PSG, France 2018-2022): check the label in the collar with the product code (e.g., DX9822-568), then search for this code on Google Images. See my complete Nike jersey authentication guide.

— Adidas jerseys (Real Madrid, France since 2023): label in the collar with code type AZ8059 and manufacturing date MM/YY consistent with the season. See my fake Adidas jersey guide.

— Universal verification: technical fabric (Dri-FIT Nike, HEAT.RDY Adidas), official flocking with exact typography for the season, regular stitching. My complete method can be found in the general authentication guide.

The 3 most sought-after Mbappé jerseys in 2026

Given the current collector's market, here is the podium of Mbappé jerseys most coveted by buyers and investors.

1. France 2018 Home Mbappé No. 10 (World Cup) — the absolute centerpiece of his career. The second star, the 4-2 final, the goal at 19. Authenticated versions in good condition now trade for between €90 and €200 for a Stadium version, and can reach €400-€600 for a Player version. A match-worn example from the final would be priceless.

2. Monaco 2016-2017 Third No. 29 (title-winning season) — the orange-green floral Nike design has become iconic. A rare piece (limited production), title-winning Ligue 1 season + Champions League semi-final. Current value: €180-€280 in good condition.

3. PSG 2017-2018 Home No. 29 Mercurial Edition — the special Nike Mercurial edition from his first Parisian season. Extremely rare on the market, exclusive gold detailing. Current value: €150-€250 in good condition.

The 4 most frequently asked questions about Mbappé jerseys

Every week, I receive questions from buyers and collectors about Mbappé. Here are the 4 that come up most often.

Why buy an authenticated Mbappé jersey

With such a popular player, buying a Mbappé jersey on a peer-to-peer marketplace is a game of Russian roulette. Counterfeits are rampant, flocking is often imperfectly imitated, and "Player" versions are systematically faked. A piece that seems like a bargain is 80% of the time a fake.

At Pure Football Shirts, every Mbappé jersey goes through my authentication workshop. I check the product code, the consistency of the manufacturing date, the quality of the flocking, the official typography of the season, the fabric, the stitching, and the crests. Everything is documented on each product sheet, with a condition rating out of 10. My Lifetime Authenticity Guarantee covers every piece: if a jersey turns out to be a counterfeit, I will refund it in full, with no time limit.

One last important point: all my Mbappé jerseys are sold below their actual market value. My goal is to build a community of satisfied collectors, not to maximize every sale.