Ask every young or elder collector on the market, and you’ll be sure to find a good selection of Kylian Mbappe cards in their collection. If you don’t, then maybe you should suggest it!
Should I invest in Kylian Mbappe cards?
Yes. Nothing more needed. Yes, you should.
Kylian Mbappe is one of the most collectible players of his generation, who is also presumably on the precipice of going to an even higher level given what’s going on with his current team, PSG.
Last season, we learned that he was very close to a game-changing year-long deal with Saudi Arabia (and he wouldn’t be the first to do this, of course), but it didn’t quite happen.
Next year could be different, and so I’ve hand-picked three of the most valuable Kylian Mbappe cards currently available on the market. All of which will surge if the future pans out as expected.
2016/2017 Panini Foot Ligue 1 Sticker Corentin Jean #50 / Kylian Mbappe #505
Kylian Mbappé’s time at AS Monaco marked the beginning of his meteoric rise in the world of football.
Joining the club’s youth academy, he swiftly ascended through the ranks, earning his first-team debut at the age of 16. During his breakthrough season in 2016/2017, Mbappé’s electrifying pace, incredible skill, and goal-scoring prowess helped Monaco clinch the Ligue 1 title.
His performances in the UEFA Champions League were equally impressive, as he played an instrumental role in guiding Monaco to the semifinals.
His departure from Monaco, signing for Paris Saint-Germain, marked a significant chapter in his career, yet his stint with the principality club remains a cherished period in his journey to becoming one of the world’s most exciting talents.
Collectors recognise the 2016 Panini Dual Sticker as his true rookie which makes it very valuable amongst all Football collectors. On the 31st August 2023, it was sold at auction on eBay for just over $4200.
2017/2018 Topps Chrome UEFA Champions League Kylian Mbappe #41
Kylian Mbappe has consistently been a top goal-scorer for PSG, helping them secure numerous domestic titles, including Ligue 1 championships and French Cup victories.
Mbappé’s performances on the European stage have also been impressive, as he played a pivotal role in PSG’s run to the UEFA Champions League final in 2020. His partnership with fellow stars Neymar and Lionel Messi has created one of the most formidable attacking trios in the history of the sport, making PSG a force to be reckoned with in both domestic and international competitions.
One of the main reasons why this card has so much significance is, not only is it his first Champions League Card with PSG, but also the first ever Topps Chrome Champions League set.
The Topps Chrome series is highly regarded between Sports Card Collectors, therefore pairing that with the most popular sport on earth created a highly sort after card collection.
Early Kylian Mbappe cards don’t get much more desirable than this.
2018 Panini Prizm World Cup Kylian Mbappe #80
The 2018 Panini Prizm World Cup Kylian Mbappé Football card is an iconic piece of sports memorabilia that captures a pivotal moment in the young French sensation’s career. Released during the build-up to the 2018 FIFA World Cup, this card quickly became a cherished collector’s item.
As an International rookie card, it symbolises Mbappé’s emergence as a global soccer superstar.
Kylian Mbappé’s performance at the 2018 FIFA World Cup was nothing short of sensational. Representing the French national team for the first time at a major tournament, he showcased remarkable speed, skill, and composure that left fans and pundits alike in awe.
Mbappé’s stunning performances played a pivotal role in France’s triumphant World Cup campaign, where they clinched the championship by defeating Croatia in the final.
Throughout the tournament, he scored crucial goals and provided valuable assists, earning the tournament’s Best Young Player award. His electrifying pace and the ability to score goals in high-pressure situations cemented his status as one of the most promising talents in the world of football.
The Gold Parallel /10 ,graded a perfect PSA 10, of this card Sold in August 2022 for $216,000 by Heritage Auctions.
An Extra Bonus
2022 Panini Eminence Soccer Diamond Kylian Mbappe On Card Autograph
The final card to make the list is from the 2022 Panini Eminence World Cup Qatar set, with a hobby box from that set costing approximately $25,000. Similarly to Flawless and Impeccable, the Eminence series is known for High-End cards; the checklist includes on-card autographs, crazy patch cards and even diamonds encased within the card!
This card has such importance due to Mbappe’s incredible World Cup Qatar performance’s, where he won the golden boot, carried France to the final, scored a hat-trick in the final and was unfortunate to lose on penalties. An Eminence Diamonds set Kylian Mbappe sold at auction on eBay for just over $4200 on the 31st August 2023.
Summary
Well there you have it, 3 of the best (well technically 4) Kylian Mbappe cards to grace the planet.
It was a hard list to make, the man has an incredible amount of amazing cards! Another honourable mention goes to his KABOOM! which is a fan favourite super-rare insert. There are some strong rumours that the Frenchman may be leaving PSG at the end of the 2023/24 season.
Maybe some of his upcoming cards could see him in a Real Madrid or even Al Hilal kit…
Which 3 Kylian Mbappe cards are your favourite?