The $150M Man’s Post-Football Plans

Kylian Mbappe has amassed a significant fortune in his footballing career. He’s done this through club salaries from Monaco, PSG, and Real Madrid, complemented by bonuses and high-value transfer fees. His blockbuster move from AS Monaco to PSG. But the subsequent switch to Real Madrid cemented his status as a top earner.

How Much Has Kylian Mbappe Earned So Far?

The Frenchman’s earning power skyrocketed after his move from Monaco to PSG on August 31, 2017. Yahoo Sports reports that he was paid €18m per year when he first arrived in Paris on loan.

In 2019, PSG rewarded Mbappe with a contract; the annual wage was €32 million. In 2022, amid transfer links to Real Madrid, the Ligue 1 giant hiked his salary to €72m annually. His contract included a signing-on bonus of €180m and an annual €70m loyalty bonus. Basically, he earned €400 million in his final two years at the club.

Reports by the Independent put his earnings at €600m (£515m), before tax, in his seven years at the Parisian club.

His move to Real Madrid added to his net worth. He had a signing-on fee estimated at $159 million spread over five years. Additionally, he earns around $36 million gross per season, including his salary and agreement bonus.

Mbappé’s Business Interests and Investment Activity

Mbappe has mirrored his commerce dealings on American athlete-entrepreneurs. He’s built a diversified business empire with an emphasis on long-term impact over quick returns.

Reports from beIN Sports indicate that he invested in Sorare. It’s a French firm that creates digital sports cards using blockchain and cryptocurrency. The Real Madrid forward holds more than 10% of shares in Loewe, a German company specialising in audiovisual and sound systems. 

Apart from that, the French star is the majority stakeholder in Stade Malherbe Caen, a Ligue 2 club in France. He has managed this through his investment arm called Coalition Capital. His ownership of the firm sits at 80% shareholding. This makes Mbappe one of the youngest owners of a football club in that country.

He also founded Zebra Valley, a production and distribution company targeting sports, music, and gaming content.

His wealth is also invested in the French SailGP team. This stake positions him in a sustainable alternative sports venture dubbed the “Formula 1 of the sea.”

Philanthropy and Social Impact Projects

Kylian’s investment portfolio has spread to a broader philanthropic operation. He channels his platform into social causes, especially ones that focus on education, health, and sports access for underprivileged youth.

Empowering Youth Through Education and Sports Access

He leverages his ‘Inspired by Kylian Mbappe (IBKM)’ foundation to help children live their dreams. For example, the institution helps kids between the ages of nine and 16 from different social backgrounds to access sports training facilities and education. 

The “Inspired by KM” Foundation

The World Cup winner runs a foundation called Inspired by KM, which funds grassroots football programs and scholarships. These activities ensure young talents enjoy the benefits of quality coaching and facilities.

Mbappé’s Role as a Global Humanitarian Voice

The 26-year-old is also involved in humanitarian work at different levels. For example, in 2018, he donated all his FIFA World Cup earnings to Premiers de Cordée. Based in Stade de France, the charity offers sporting opportunities to children who are hospitalised or have disabilities.

He has also been quite outspoken in the diversity and equity space. Mbappé advocates for social media companies to take control of the ongoing racism on their platforms. This is mainly due to online abuse submitted by players of colour.

According to telegrafi, he has also refused to support any alcohol-related brands, gambling firms, or fast food, adding to his global humanitarian voice.

Media, Fashion, and Lifestyle Branding

In 2018, he became a brand ambassador for Swiss luxury watchmaker Hublot. SoccerBible noted that this deal was rumoured to be worth as much as €1 million per year.

In 2021, the superstar became Dior’s new global ambassador. In his role, he represents the French fashion house and its fragrance, ‘Sauvage’. Then, in 2022, Mbappe partnered with sports performance eyewear brand Oakley to create a campaign titled “Be Who You Are.”

Mbappe’s Influence on the Next Generation

The young star’s on-pitch excellence has seen him surge from AS Monaco to PSG and Real Madrid. His rise has driven his entrepreneurship growth, which inspires a new cohort of players. According to the BBC, modern footballers are becoming owners and not managers. The emerging view in football is that career longevity and wealth creation are intertwined, which underscores the value of investments. 

The next generation of young footballers and athletes will have strategic thinkers who can leverage their on-pitch success into entrepreneurial value.