Kylian Mbappe’s Barcelona break takes a fashionable turn with Ester Exposito

Kylian Mbappe has attracted attention away from football after sharing a light-hearted holiday photograph in which he appeared to be carrying several dresses belonging to his girlfriend, Spanish model Ester Exposito.

The Real Madrid and France forward posted the image on Instagram during his summer break. Smiling as he held the collection of dresses, Mbappe offered followers a glimpse of a more playful side to his time away from the pitch.

The photograph quickly drew a reaction from fans, while Spanish newspaper Marca added its own humorous interpretation of the scene. Its caption read: “Mbappe turns into a clothes rack for his girlfriend.”

The comment referred to the way Mbappe was carrying the dresses while out with Exposito, turning an ordinary holiday moment into an image that attracted widespread attention online.

The picture came after Mbappe and Exposito were seen together in Barcelona, where they have been spending part of the forward’s summer holiday. Their appearance in the city generated interest from Spanish media, particularly after photographs were taken of the pair inside the Sagrada Familia.

The Barcelona basilica is one of Spain’s most famous tourist landmarks and was the setting for a private visit by the couple. Their presence also attracted considerable attention from visitors and members of the media.

Reports in Spain said Mbappe had chosen Barcelona for the final days of his summer break before returning to Madrid. He is due to resume preparations with Real Madrid ahead of the new season.

During their time in the city, Mbappe and Exposito enjoyed a private tour of the Sagrada Familia, with the visit becoming a focus of coverage because of the public interest surrounding the pair.

Mbappe’s holiday has therefore continued to generate headlines despite his absence from competitive football. Rather than his performances on the pitch, the latest attention has centred on his Instagram post and the humorous image of the Real Madrid player carrying Exposito’s dresses.

The moment offered a contrast to the usual images associated with Mbappe, who has spent much of the past season under intense sporting scrutiny. In Barcelona, however, the conversation shifted from football to a relaxed exchange between the forward and the model during their break.

With his return to Madrid approaching, the photograph has provided one of the more unusual snapshots of Mbappe’s summer away from football. The image of him carrying the dresses, together with Marca’s playful caption, quickly became the defining moment of his latest public appearance.