Fifa 21: Kylian Mbappe revealed as global cover star for game

The PSG forward succeeds Real Madrid’s Eden Hazard as the face of the popular series

Kylian Mbappe has been revealed as the global cover star for Fifa 21.

The Paris Saint-Germain superstar replaces Real Madrid’s Eden Hazard as the face of the series.

Mbappe revealed his pride after the announcement.

The 21-year-old wrote: “Cover Star. Can’t wait to play this! Proud to be the #FIFA21 cover star. Dream come true.”

Mbappe, who is preparing to play in the Champions League quarter-finals, discussed his future with PSG.

Kylian Mbappe is the global cover star of Fifa 21 (EA Sports)

“I’m here. I am in the project for a fourth year,” Mbappe told beIN SPORTS.

“The 50th year of the club is an important year for the club, the supporters, everyone, so I will be there no matter what.

“I will try to bring back trophies with the team and give the best of myself.”

It will be the fifth year Mbappe has been in the game, with his overall rating set to break 90 for the first time after being handed an 89 last year.

The game will be released on 6 October.