SUMMARY
- Kylian Mbappe is well into his last season of his current contract with PSG.
- Real Madrid among the favorites to land Mbappe.
Kylian Mbappe is in the last season of his current contract with PSG. The French international is still heavily linked with Real Madrid for a potential move in the summer. The rumors about the move were given more fuel by the current president of La Liga, Javier Tebas.
Tebas commented on the chances of Real Madrid to sign the French international. He stated: “There is a high probability that Mbappé will arrive at Real Madrid. More than 50%”. It’s a personal opinion. It depends on Real Madrid, they will decide.” These latest comments are music to the ears of Real Madrid fans, who have been searching for a world-class striker since the departure of Karim Benzema.
Liverpool takes a back seat in Kylian Mbappe’s signature
Liverpool is another team that has been speculated as a potential destination for Mbappe. These links stemmed from the fact that Mbappe had openly stated that he admires Jurgen Klopp’s style of play. However, Klopp recently announced that he will be departing from Liverpool at the end of the season. This shocking decision has also hurt Liverpool’s chances to lure the French international in the summer.
🚨⚪️ La Liga president Javier Tebas on Kylian Mbappé and Real Madrid.
“There is a high probability that Mbappé will arrive at Real Madrid. More than 50%”.
“It’s a personal opinion… it depends on Real Madrid, they will decide”. pic.twitter.com/dVX8D0u5SU
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 29, 2024
Mbappe’s relationship with Real Madrid has been going through the motions in the last few seasons. The inconsistency in the links has allowed other teams to join the race for the French international. More teams are expected to join the race in the summer when Mbappe will be available as a free agent.
Kylian Mbappe demands 70 million euros per season
Mbappe is one of the biggest names in the sport. The fact that such a caliber of a superstar is available on a free deal in the summer has put Mbappe’s camp in a strong position in different negotiations with different clubs. While in a free deal, no transfer fee will be involved, the cost of the move will still be high for clubs due to wage demand and signing bonus.
As per SPORT BILD, Mbappé has demanded 70 million euros ($76 million) per season from Real Madrid. There is also talk of a signing bonus around the region of 100 million euros ($108 million). There is also talk about seasonal bonuses, which can go up to 125 million euros (135 million) over the terms of five seasons. All these figures are big talking points for any potential deal between the two parties.
🚨 BREAKING: Kylian Mbappé will announce his decision about his future in the next few days. It’s IMMINENT. @diarioas #rmalive pic.twitter.com/fT7zecrSv2
— Madrid Zone (@theMadridZone) January 30, 2024
At present, the French international is yet to commit to either PSG or Real Madrid. Mbappe’s transfer saga has been dragging for three seasons now. However, the summer of 2024 might be the final summer when the future of Mbappé will be a hot topic within the soccer community.