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Kylian Mbappe is an Arsenal fan, suggests picture which has emerged appearing to show young Monaco star

France whizkid appears to be snapped wearing a 2004 away Gunners kit in team photo

REAL MADRID and Manchester City may find themselves competing with Arsenal for Kylian Mbappe's signature this summer.

A picture has emerged which appears to show the Monaco whizkid is a Gooner.

 A picture has emerged of what appears to be a young Kylian Mbappe in an Arsenal shirt
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A picture has emerged of what appears to be a young Kylian Mbappe in an Arsenal shirtCredit: Twitter@SebCorchiaOff

France defender Sebastien Corchia, who played on a team managed by Mbappe's father as a youngster, posted the snap onto his Twitter.


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A young Mbappe is circled - wearing an away Arsenal shirt from the 2004 Invincibles season - as is Corchia.

Corchia, 26, and Mbappe, 18, both joined up with the French national team for March's wins over Luxembourg and Spain.

The Lille defender told : "Kylian is really impressive. Last week I trained with him for a few days with the France squad, so I’m up to date on him, and I must say, that his development is fantastic.

 Kylian Mbappe is wanted by a whole host of European powerhouses this summer
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Kylian Mbappe is wanted by a whole host of European powerhouses this summerCredit: Getty Images
 Arsene Wenger could find a transfer for Kylian Mbappe easier that he first thought
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Arsene Wenger could find a transfer for Kylian Mbappe easier that he first thoughtCredit: Rex Features
 French defender Sebastien Corchia (L) uploaded the picture to his Twitter account
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French defender Sebastien Corchia (L) uploaded the picture to his Twitter accountCredit: Getty Images

"He is a very intelligent player and he is surrounded by good people. That is a great plus, which can really make a big difference in a career. The surroundings, the entourage, of a football player are so important."

Mbappe has been linked with a host of European powerhouses after an incredible two seasons at Monaco.

Real are favourites to land him this summer.

 Kylian Mbappe scores against Manchester City at the Etihad in the Champions League
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Kylian Mbappe scores against Manchester City at the Etihad in the Champions LeagueCredit: Getty Images
 The in-demand France starlet says he is not ready to leave Monaco yet
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The in-demand France starlet says he is not ready to leave Monaco yetCredit: Getty Images

But the youngster ruled out a move, saying: "At the moment I am at Monaco.

"We go along step by step. Madrid is for players at the peak of their careers, and I am not there yet.

"I have been brought up, and have people around me, to help me keep my feet on the ground.

"What I want is to play football, score goals, win games and trophies. Every player has their career."

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