United Kingdom, July 22 -- Kylian Mbappe has been unveiled as the cover star of EA Sports FC 27 Ultimate Edition, marking the French forward's return to the franchise cover for the first time in four years.

Electronic Arts confirmed the Real Madrid and France star will headline the premium edition of this year's football title, while he has also been named the new cover athlete for EA Sports FC Mobile.

The announcement kicks off a week of reveals for EA Sports FC 27, with EA set to showcase the game's first gameplay trailer on Thursday (23.07.26).

Reacting to the announcement, Mbappe said appearing on the cover of an EA Sports FC game for the first time was a significant milestone in his career.

He said: "To be featured on the cover o...