In the latest twist to the Kylian Mbappe transfer saga, the star striker will not be joining the Paris St-Germain (PSG) first-team squad as they gear up for the upcoming Ligue 1 season. The contract stand-off between the club and the player has taken center stage, with the Frenchman eyeing a move to Real Madrid.
Mbappe, who holds the distinction of being PSG’s all-time leading goalscorer, has turned down a year’s extension to his existing contract, which is set to expire next summer. This refusal has left PSG with no choice but to seek a transfer fee for the talented forward, rather than losing him on a free transfer.
Due to this ongoing tension, the 22-year-old was excluded from PSG’s pre-season tour of Asia. However, matters escalated when he declined to engage with representatives from Al-Hilal, who made an audacious world-record offer to secure his services for the Saudi Pro League.
As PSG prepares to commence their French title defense against Lorient this weekend, it appears that Mbappe’s involvement will be limited to training with the ‘loft’ group, a decision that reflects the uncertainty surrounding his future with the club.
PSG has made efforts to resolve the situation, offering Mbappe a guaranteed sale clause in his contract for the end of the season. Nevertheless, the proposal was met with rejection, indicating that the player remains steadfast in his desire to seek new pastures.
In the past, PSG has pursued a ‘galactico’ strategy, signing high-profile superstars to bolster their Champions League ambitions. However, this approach seems to be evolving as the club is reportedly nearing the completion of a deal to acquire Benfica’s exciting talent, Goncalo Ramos.
The 22-year-old Portuguese striker, known for his goal-scoring prowess, made headlines with a remarkable hat-trick during last year’s World Cup in Qatar. His performances have caught the attention of several top European clubs, making him an attractive prospect for PSG.
Reports suggest that PSG is prepared to splash out 80 million euros (£69 million) to secure Ramos’ services, signaling a shift in their transfer policy towards nurturing promising talents alongside established stars.
As the transfer window ticks away, the tension surrounding Kylian Mbappe’s future continues to captivate football fans worldwide. Will he remain loyal to PSG, or will his dream move to Real Madrid materialize? Only time will tell, but one thing is for certain – the football world eagerly awaits the outcome of this gripping contract stand-off.
