Mbappe reveals his mother dreamed of him playing at Anfield
Kylian Mbappe’s admission that his mum longed for him to join Liverpool after an Anfield visit underlines the personal pull the historic stadium still holds for elite talent, even as the French forward continues to star for Real Madrid on the European stage.
Mother's Anfield Dream
Mbappe’s mum, Fayza Lamari, travelled to Liverpool for the first step of negotiations, touring the city and the stadium. She told him, “It’s a wonderful club, everybody’s so kind, it’s a family club, a big club.” Mbappe added that she fell in love with Anfield after watching a few games alone.
Mbappe's Anfield Record
The Frenchman has stepped onto the Kop on three occasions, each time ending in defeat, a record he described as “daunting”. He noted that a move to the Reds was possible when he left Monaco in 2017, but he ultimately stayed elsewhere. The Anfield capacity of 61,276 looms large in his memories.
Mbappe arrived at Real Madrid in July 2024, swapping the Parc des Princes for the Estadio Bernabeu. He dazzled at the summer World Cup, scoring at AT&T Stadium and MetLife Stadium, reinforcing his status as a European football talisman. His career has taken him across Europe, from Paris to Madrid. He now aims to give his new club the same fire he showed on those stages.
Other English Stadium Impressions
Beyond Liverpool, Mbappe praised Newcastle United’s St James’ Park, recalling a Champions League night when the Toon Army helped his Paris Saint‑Germain side suffer a 4‑1 loss. “Newcastle… it was insane,” he told Football Ground Guide, highlighting the atmosphere as one of the best in England. He said, “I’m still amazed by how the fans create such energy.”
He also reflected on how players become synonymous with stadiums, citing Sir Bobby Charlton’s stand at Old Trafford as a classic example. Such legacies illustrate why the 61,276‑seat Anfield remains a coveted destination for any football star. Mbappe believes that stadiums shape careers as much as clubs do.
While no transfer move is imminent, Mbappe’s mum continues to imagine him in a red shirt at Anfield, a vision he respects. He hopes his story will show young fans that family dreams can travel across Europe, even if the final decision rests with the player.