Kylian Mbappé is once again dominating headlines, but this time it's not just his exploits on the pitch that are turning heads. The French superstar, currently leading his national team at the 2026 World Cup, is reportedly dating Spanish actress Ester Expósito. And if her latest Instagram post is any indication, the couple is enjoying a sizzling summer together.
Expósito, best known for her role as Carla Rosón Caleruega in the Netflix hit "Elite," shared a jaw-dropping swimsuit photo that has fans and followers buzzing. The image, posted on her social media, shows the actress soaking up the sun in a stunning bikini, with the caption drawing thousands of likes within minutes. It's the kind of post that instantly goes viral, and it's only added fuel to the rumors swirling around her relationship with Mbappé.
Reports first surfaced in February that Mbappé and Expósito were seeing each other, and the pair were spotted enjoying a day on the water in late May. While neither has publicly confirmed the relationship, the chemistry between the two is hard to ignore. Expósito's latest swimsuit snap has only intensified speculation, especially as France prepares for a deep World Cup run.
Off the pitch, Mbappé has faced immense pressure, both from fans and critics. His teammate Ousmane Dembélé recently spoke out about the unfair scrutiny Mbappé endures. "The criticism towards him is very, very unfair. Some people go a bit too far with the criticism of Kylian," Dembélé said. "He's an incredible player and a very good person off the pitch. Some people overdo the criticism because he's Kylian Mbappé. They shouldn't keep going after him. Whether he ties his shoelaces or not, whether he pulls up his socks or not … It's too much. He's still a human being. With the France team, he's very good with us, he's a leader."
But life off the pitch seems to be treating Mbappé well. The 27-year-old has already achieved legendary status, helping France win the 2018 World Cup with four goals and reaching the final again in 2022. Now, with the 2026 tournament underway, he's looking to add another trophy to his collection. And with Expósito by his side—at least according to reports—he's got plenty of support.
Expósito's rise to fame began in 2018 with her role in "Elite," and she has since become a household name in Spain and beyond. Her swimsuit photo, which echoes the buzz around other sports figures' partners like Jalen Brunson's wife Ali's recent swimsuit snapshot, has only added to her celebrity status. It remains to be seen if she'll make an appearance at the World Cup to cheer on Mbappé, but for now, she's got everyone's attention.
As France continues its World Cup campaign, all eyes will be on Mbappé both on and off the field. Whether he's scoring goals or making headlines with his rumored romance, the French star is never far from the spotlight. And with Expósito's stunning swimsuit photo setting the internet on fire, the summer of 2026 is shaping up to be one to remember.
