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Some special ones leave a lasting impression on you. Even though Kylian Mbappe is one of the most sought-after soccer stars in the world, he values such precious people who do care, amidst all the media rumors and chatter. This time he is mourning the untimely passing away of a dear one named Alex, fondly called Uncle Alex, according to the Frenchman’s recent Instagram story.

The World Cup winner took the opportunity to share an emotional note as a tribute to the deceased family member. Sharing his photo, Kylian Mbappe captioned, “Rest in peace Uncle Alex. It’s hard to find the words to say how much you left us too soon and will be missed. Life will never be the same without you. Your family will be taken care of, you can be sure of that. May God open the doors of heaven for you.” This tribute indicates how dear Uncle Alex was not just for Mbappe but for his family as well.

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Although there isn’t any more information about how Uncle Alex is related to Kylian Mbappe and his family, he seems to have shared a tight bond. Additional details regarding the cause and time of death haven’t been revealed. However, it just isn’t a homage Mbappe paid, as he also assured to take care of his entire family. It was a message of peace more than anything else. It’s commendable how the Frenchman sets an example with empathy for his beloved people, and this was not the first time.

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Kylian Mbappe goes out of the way to pay respects to his special ones!

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The future Real Madrid main man is known for his reverence towards the departed. Not just paying respect to all the legends like Pele when they passed away, Kylian Mbappe also shows his care and regard for normal people. Last year, he left the national team training camp after receiving news of the death of another close family member. Additionally, Mbappe paid tribute to a 15-year-old fan, Aymen who died last year. He also hailed from the Frenchman’s hometown, Bondy, resulting in the star expressing his grief on social media.

On the other side, the 2018 World Cup winner has an important phase coming up. With the player expected to be announced by Los Blancos next week, he will also aim to win the Euros, the first major competition for him as the National Team captain. With the news of this loss, we hope the player and his near ones receive comfort and peace, as Kylian Mbappe gears up for international glory.