In a surprising turn of events, Liverpool FC has reportedly entered negotiations to sign Kylian Mbappe amidst the uncertainty surrounding his future at Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).
The young French sensation recently announced that he will not be renewing his contract with the club, putting PSG in a tough spot as they risk losing him for free next summer.
As a result, the club is actively seeking potential suitors, with interest from top European clubs like Real Madrid and even clubs from Saudi Arabia.
Reports have indicated that PSG has already accepted a staggering offer of £259 million from Al-Hilal, a move that would create a new world record for the highest transfer fee.
However, it appears that Mbappe has no intention of heading to the Middle East, despite the massive wages offered to him.
As the stand-off between Mbappe and PSG continues, the young star has been excluded from the club’s pre-season tour, signaling a tense situation between him and his current club. Some reports even suggest that he might consider sitting out the entire season if a resolution isn’t reached.
Amidst all the speculation, Liverpool has emerged as a potential savior for Mbappe. The Reds are reportedly willing to propose a unique solution – a one-season loan for the Frenchman until his contract with PSG expires.
Such a transfer would not only allow PSG to receive some cash but also potentially cover Mbappe’s wages during the loan period. This arrangement would pave the way for Mbappe to fulfill his dream move to Real Madrid in just twelve months.
For Liverpool, securing a player of Mbappe’s caliber on loan would be a significant boost to their attacking prowess.
The team aims to reclaim their spot in the coveted Champions League next season, and adding Mbappe to their front line could be a game-changer.
Interestingly, there seems to be a personal connection between Mbappe and Liverpool, as the player’s mother and agent, Fayza Lamari, is purportedly a passionate Liverpool fan.
Mbappe himself has acknowledged speaking to Jurgen Klopp and Liverpool about a potential transfer back when he was still at Monaco.
While PSG may have already lined up a replacement for Mbappe in the form of Ousmane Dembele, the completion of the £43 million deal is said to be time-sensitive, with the price potentially doubling to £86 million if not finalized promptly.