Kylian Mbappé has dominated world football for a decade, but at 27, he is finally tackling his biggest hurdle: the Spanish driving test. From secret lessons in Alcorcón to a dormant €150,000 electric supercar, here is the insider breakdown of Mbappé’s quest for autonomy in Madrid.
The “Alcorcón” Operation: Secret Lessons
While the world focuses on his Champions League recovery, Mbappé has been spotted at Autoescuela Lara in Alcorcón, a southern suburb of Madrid.
- The Choice: Ranked 4.9/5 stars on Google, this school is a reference point for Madrid’s elite.
- The Challenge: Despite his on-field IQ, Mbappé famously admitted to his mother, Fayza Lamari, that the “highway code is exhausting”.
- The Goal: To end a life of being constantly driven by bodyguards and private chauffeurs.
The Asset: A €150,000 Supercar in “Sleep Mode”
The stakes are higher than just a plastic card. Waiting in his garage is a BMW i7 xDrive60.
- The Specs: A high-performance electric luxury sedan gifted by Real Madrid’s official partner.
- The Value: Estimated at €150,000.
- The Reality: Until he passes, one of the world’s most advanced electric vehicles remains an expensive piece of garage decor.
Lifestyle & Mental Health: The Search for Privacy
This isn’t just about cars; it’s about the “Shield” strategy. Fayza Lamari has been pushing for this move since September 2025, emphasizing the need for “30 minutes alone with yourself”. She said to L’Equipe
“You’ll see, it will do you good to have thirty minutes to yourself, without a chauffeur, without a security guard. You take your car, you listen to whatever music you want to hear…”
To which Kylian replied: “You’re not wrong, but the highway code… it’s exhausting.”
- Security: In Paris, driving was an impossible security risk.
- Autonomy: In Madrid, having the ability to drive himself to Valdebebas is seen as a key step in his long-term integration and mental balance.
Tactical Status: Ready for Man City?
While his driving lessons are on track, his physical recovery is the priority.
- Injury: Currently treating a left knee sprain.
- Availability: Despite a return to training, his presence for the Manchester City double-header remains highly doubtful.
The Insider Take:
Watching a superstar learn to park in a Madrid suburb might seem trivial, but for the Mbappé brand, Autonomy = Longevity. The moment he drives that BMW i7 solo into the Real Madrid training center, the transition from “Golden Boy” to “Madrid Icon” will be complete.
