In an intriguing turn of events, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has reportedly issued a warning to Kylian Mbappe, their star forward, indicating that they will be forced to offload some of his teammates if he continues to pursue a move to Real Madrid on a free transfer next summer.
Last year, the French international appeared to be on the brink of joining the ranks of Los Blancos. However, he surprised everyone by signing a new two-year contract with PSG, which also included a one-year extension.
As Mbappe enters the final year of his contract at Parc des Princes, rumors about his future continue to circulate. While he has expressed his desire to stay with the Ligue 1 champions for the upcoming season, his long-term plans remain uncertain.
Nasser Al-Khelaifi, the president of PSG, recently expressed his shock and disappointment upon learning of Mbappe’s intention to depart on a free transfer at the end of his contract.
However, Al-Khelaifi has given Mbappe a two-week deadline to make a final decision regarding his future at the club. The PSG president has also not ruled out the possibility of selling their star striker this summer.
According to reports from Sky Sports News, if Mbappe were to leave PSG on a free transfer next summer, the financial consequences for the club would be so significant that they would be compelled to sell several key first-team players.
The report also suggests that Mbappe is being encouraged to honor the previous agreement he made with the club, which stated that he would not leave Parc des Princes without a fee.
PSG is said to be open to selling Mbappe to Real Madrid next summer if he agrees to extend his contract until 2025. This arrangement would benefit all parties involved, with the French club receiving a substantial transfer fee and the striker fulfilling his dream of joining Santiago Bernabeu.
Mbappe’s current behavior is allegedly causing frustration within PSG, with the club reportedly telling him, “If you want to go, go now.”
Having spent the last six seasons with PSG, where he has scored a club-record 212 goals in 260 appearances across all competitions and won 12 domestic trophies, including five Ligue 1 titles, Mbappe has undoubtedly left an indelible mark on the club.
While Real Madrid has long been interested in Mbappe, who recently became the captain of the France national team, several top Premier League clubs have also been linked with a potential move for the talented forward.
Manchester United is rumored to consider a significant bid for Mbappe if Qatari investor Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani completes a takeover of the club. Arsenal is also believed to be contemplating a move for the Frenchman, albeit in 2024. In addition, recent reports suggest that Liverpool is prepared to break the world transfer record and spend up to $300 million (£237.1 million) to secure the striker’s services at Anfield.
While Manchester City possesses the financial means to acquire Mbappe, manager Pep Guardiola has stated that the treble-winning club will not pursue a move for PSG’s No. 7. Guardiola has hinted that Mbappe already has his sights set on a move to Real Madrid.
The future of Kylian Mbappe continues to captivate the football world, and with the clock ticking on his contract at PSG, it remains to be seen where he will ply his trade in the upcoming seasons.