The Kylian Mbappé saga is entering its final phase. As his contract is set to expire in June, the player is expected to make a crucial decision about his future during this winter transfer window.
The question remains: will he extend his contract with Paris Saint-Germain or opt for a free transfer to Real Madrid ? Currently, only Kylian Mbappé holds the answer to this mystery. With his contract ending in June, the Frenchman is free to choose the club that will shape the next chapter of his career.
Following his team’s victory in the Trophée des Champions against Toulouse (2-0), the young French prodigy appeared relaxed in a press conference, casually stating, “I haven’t made my decision, I haven’t made a choice.” This response leaves uncertainty about a possible repeat of the saga that concluded with the player’s extension in May 2022.
Mbappé’s Salary, a Legal Challenge for PSG?
Set to become a free agent in June, the Bondy-born player has attracted interest from top European teams, notably Real Madrid, which, after two unsuccessful attempts, has reportedly set conditions for his potential arrival.
According to information from a French daily, the Madrid club, already planning its squad for the next season, has set a deadline for Kylian Mbappé. If the French national team captain wishes to join Madrid, he must make it known before mid-January 2024. While this deadline is imminent, it could ultimately suit all parties. Real Madrid could plan its future, and Paris Saint-Germain could progress with its plans A and even B to replace the striker.
In the event of Mbappé’s free departure at the end of the season, PSG can breathe financially, as the French international is reportedly willing to forgo approximately €80 million in bonuses. However, if Mbappé chooses to extend his career in the French capital, he could potentially benefit from a financial windfall.
According to RMC, PSG would be obligated to return these bonuses to Kylian Mbappé in case of signing a new contract. This trend is supported by 90Min, specifying that this bonus is not merely a sign of loyalty but rather a legal agreement resulting from negotiations between PSG and the Mbappé camp, with a variable amount. In the event of a contract extension, Mbappé would receive the amounts he had previously waived.
The former AS Monaco player, seemingly weary of the ongoing saga surrounding his future, could now focus entirely on the field, especially with an eye on the Champions League round of 16 against Real Sociedad.
Mbappé’s Salary if he Signs with Madrid
During Wednesday’s press conference, the player addressed the timing of his decision after the latest call from Real: “It was the end of May in 2022 because I didn’t know until May. If I know what I want to do, why wait?”
On the Paris Saint-Germain side, the leadership persists in hoping for a potential extension of their star. According to L’Équipe, the club believes that the player currently holds all the cards to make his choice.
Inevitably, Real Madrid appears as the favorite to welcome the player. According to El Chiringuito, a highly popular show in Spain, Los Blancos want to sign him but not at any price. Journalist Josep Pedrerol asserts that Real should not rush when it comes to salary and would offer the player half of his current salary, approximately €70 million.
A salary reduction could suggest an exceptional signing bonus for Kylian Mbappé, especially considering his free transfer to Real Madrid. However, according to Pedrerol, this won’t be the case. The journalist emphasizes again that the 14-time Champions League-winning club will remain reasonable in this matter, not offering “a bonus of €100 or €150 million,” he claims.
If these reports are confirmed, the financial aspect could play in favor of PSG in this ongoing saga. It remains to be seen whether the financial element is a decisive factor for KM7 regarding the immediate future of his career.
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