Kylian Mbappe rejects Real Madrid offer after Trent Alexander-Arnold ban forced switch

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Kylian Mbappe has struck up a friendship with Trent Alexander-Arnold but has chosen not to copy his Real Madrid team-mateReal Madrid star Kylian Mbappe has declined the club's offer of a brand new BMW i7 despite recently passing his driving test. In doing so, he's rejected the chance to match up with team-mate Trent Alexander-Arnold in the club car park.Mbappe, who turned 27 in December, is officially road legal after obtaining his driving licence.

Having only recently passed his test, Marca reported Mbappe is mindful of tackling more than he can manage with his first regular vehicle.Real secured a sponsorship deal with BMW in 2022, meaning players must drive models manufactured by the German carmaker to the training ground and other club functions. Alexander-Arnold was forced to accept his preferred £130,000 Range Rover P530 was no longer suitable for club visits due to sponsorship restrictions, with the former Liverpool star banned from driving the vehicle to training and club events.FOLLOW OUR LIVERPOOL FB PAGE!

However, he has previously said he simply didn't have the time to focus on getting his licence.Sky Sports discounted Premier League and EFL packageThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. It's likely Real's players are allowed to drive their preferred vehicles when not involved in club activities, though Mbappe might be satisfied with his complimentary option for now.French publication 7sur7 recently revealed it's a legal requirement in Spain for novice drivers to display an 'L' sticker on their vehicle for a year.