Shockwaves at Paris Saint Germain as Threat of Selling Teammates Looms over Kylian Mbappe's Contract Standoff
Kylian Mbappe's refusal to extend his contract with PSG has sparked a battle of wills The club warns his teammates will be sold if he attempts to leave for free next summer Recently appointing Luis Enrique as head coach, PSG is determined not to risk losing the world's best player without compensation
Paris Saint-Germain has cautioned Kylian Mbappe that should he attempt to join Real Madrid on a free transfer next year, the club will be compelled to offload a few of his fellow teammates. In a letter submitted in the previous month, Mbappe expressed his refusal to extend his contract with PSG, which concludes in 2024, consequently enabling him to depart without any transfer fee - a scenario that club president Nasser Al-Khelaifi is fiercely determined to prevent.
The French forward later made it clear that he did not request the club's permission to transfer to powerhouse Spanish team Real Madrid, who have previously made unsuccessful attempts to acquire the World Cup champion.
He has been given a deadline of July 31st to confirm his commitment to remaining at PSG until at least the summer of 2025. If he fails to do so, he will be auctioned off to the highest bidder in the coming month.
PSG acknowledges that they do not possess the authority to compel Mbappe to commit to a contract extension, nor can they coerce his departure against his desires during the present summer period. Although Mbappe's contract is set to expire next year, PSG had anticipated his utilization of the option to prolong it for an additional 12 months, thereby concluding at the conclusion of the 2045/25 season.
PSG made it clear to Mbappe and his representatives that in order to remain with the club, he must either extend his contract for an additional year or depart next month. This decision comes as a response to Mbappe's previous announcement, where he expressed his intention to not extend his contract beyond next summer, potentially leading to a free transfer to Real Madrid in July.
Al-Khelaifi expressed his firm stance, stating that he does not wish to reiterate it repeatedly. If Kylian intends to stay, the club shares the same desire. However, it is imperative for him to sign a fresh contract. Al-Khelaifi emphasized the club's determination to avoid losing the world's finest player without compensation, especially considering their French identity.
PSG feels that Mbappe's conduct is causing the club to stagnate, and they have firmly stated, "If you have the intention to depart, do so immediately."
PSG would be willing to negotiate Mbappe's transfer to Real Madrid in the upcoming summer, on the condition that he commits to remaining with the club until 2025. This arrangement is deemed beneficial for all parties involved: PSG would secure a substantial transfer fee, Real Madrid would acquire the world's finest player, and Mbappe would fulfill his long-desired move. However, should Mbappe attempt to leave PSG without a transfer fee the following summer, the financial repercussions for the club would be severe, necessitating the sale of crucial players.
The club urges Mbappe to honor his longstanding commitment of not leaving without compensation, acknowledging that he has consistently emphasized this stance. Given his five consecutive seasons as Ligue 1's leading goalscorer, PSG is determined to retain him, especially after experiencing the departure of Lionel Messi on a free transfer.
Messi, the recipient of seven Ballon d'Or awards, made the decision not to extend his contract in order to join Inter Miami.
Mbappe also clarified that French President Emmanuel Macron did not sway his career decisions, despite his support for the forward to remain in the nation's capital.
Analysis: Battle of wills between PSG and Mbappe
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The 24-year-old has publicly turned down the option of adding another 12 months to his current PSG deal
The president of PSG has made it clear that the club desires Kylian Mbappe to remain, but he must commit to a new contract. Failure to do so will result in his forced sale.
Mbappe's contract is set to expire next summer, and despite the option to prolong it for another year, the player has declined.
PSG is expressing their inability to bear the cost of losing the world's finest player without any compensation next year. They are aware of his desire to join Real Madrid, as he intends to let his contract expire and depart for Madrid as a free agent, thereby leaving PSG with nothing in return.
"Mbappe is set to receive a generous signing bonus, higher wages, and possibly a loyalty bonus from PSG. However, Al-Khelaifi is firmly against this. We are now witnessing a clash of intentions.
"Could this be a strategic move by Mbappe and his representatives, implying that he may ultimately decide to remain?"
"Or are Real Madrid being discreetly clever by saying they aren't going to make any more signings in this window, and come in for Mbappe at the end of the summer?"
PSG appoint Luis Enrique as new head coach after Galtier sacking
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Luis Enrique has been appointed as the new head coach of French champions PSG
Paris Saint-Germain have announced the appointment of Luis Enrique as the club's new head coach.
The French champions have appointed the Spaniard to manage Parc des Princes for a two-year period, following the dismissal of Christophe Galtier, which was confirmed on Wednesday morning. In a statement to the club's official website, the Spaniard expressed his excitement to join Paris and embark on a new professional journey.
"It's so exciting to meet new people, to live in this city, to learn a new language and, above all, to manage PSG."
