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Ethan Mbappé

Ethan Mbappé Lottin is a French professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Lille in Ligue 1.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Ethan Mbappé Lottin is a French professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Lille in Ligue 1. Born in Montreuil in 2006, he is the younger brother of Kylian Mbappé and came through Paris Saint-Germain’s youth system before joining Lille in 2024.

Early life

Mbappé was born in Montreuil, Seine-Saint-Denis, and grew up in a football family. He is the younger brother of Kylian Mbappé.

Club career

He developed at AS Bondy and Paris Saint-Germain before moving into senior football with PSG. In July 2024, he joined Lille on a free transfer and signed a three-year deal.

Playing style

Mbappé is primarily described as a midfielder, with some sources noting that he is left-footed and technical. Some profiles also list him as capable of playing on the right wing.

Family background

Mbappé is part of a well-known football family. He is the younger brother of Kylian Mbappé, and other family members have also been connected to football.

Key facts

  • He was born on 29 December 2006 in Montreuil, France.
  • He plays as a midfielder for Lille in Ligue 1.
  • He is the younger brother of Kylian Mbappé.
  • He joined Lille in July 2024 on a free transfer and signed a three-year contract.
  • He made his senior debut for Paris Saint-Germain in December 2022 and later appeared in Ligue 1 for the club in December 2023.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Ethan Mbappé?
Ethan Mbappé Lottin is a French professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Lille.
When was Ethan Mbappé born?
He was born on 29 December 2006.
Which club does Ethan Mbappé play for?
He plays for Lille in Ligue 1.
Is Ethan Mbappé related to Kylian Mbappé?
Yes. Ethan Mbappé is the younger brother of Kylian Mbappé.
Which clubs did Ethan Mbappé play for before Lille?
He came through AS Bondy and Paris Saint-Germain before joining Lille.
What position does Ethan Mbappé play?
He is mainly listed as a midfielder, and some sources describe him as a technical, left-footed midfielder.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ethan_Mbapp%C3%A9
    Supports: Birth date, full name, position, and current club.
  2. Wikipedia — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ethan_Mbapp%C3%A9
    Supports: French footballer description, Lille club, and sibling relationship to Kylian Mbappé.
  3. Wikipedia — https://cs.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ethan_Mbapp%C3%A9
    Supports: Montreuil birthplace, Lille contract in July 2024, and playing style as a technical left-footed midfielder.
  4. PSG foci — https://psgfoci.hu/player/ethan-mbappe/
    Supports: Youth development at AS Bondy and Paris Saint-Germain, senior PSG debut, and later PSG league appearance.
  5. Wikipedia — https://ca.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ethan_Mbapp%C3%A9
    Supports: Current club Lille, nationality, and sibling relationship.
  6. BBC Sport — https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/c5ykwnj5weyo
    Supports: Identification as Kylian Mbappé's younger brother, Lille career, and first goal for Lille.