Kylian Mbappe, the French superstar forward, has sent shockwaves through the football world by announcing his departure from PSG. As he prepares to leave as a free agent this summer, the race to secure his signature is on, with Manchester United, Liverpool, and even rival Premier League giants Manchester City joining Real Madrid in the hunt.
The Athletic broke the news, revealing Mbappe’s decision to not extend his contract with PSG. RMC Sport added fuel to the fire, claiming he even informed his teammates of his impending exit, leaving his destination a mystery.
With a potential transfer fee off the table, Mbappe has become the hottest property in football. This has attracted the attention of several English clubs, including Arsenal, Liverpool, and both Manchester clubs.
Le10Sport claims Manchester United have already made an offer, with incoming minority owner Jim Ratcliffe eager to land a statement signing for his first summer in charge. Meanwhile, reports suggest Mbappe and Liverpool’s Jurgen Klopp have held telephone conversations, although the manager’s departure at the end of the season might dampen their chances.
However, Real Madrid remain the frontrunners. Spanish outlet Marca confidently declares he’s signed a five-year deal to join them, becoming one of their top earners. Notably, this time Real haven’t denied their interest, unlike previous occasions.
BBC Sport adds another twist, suggesting Los Blancos have a specific date in mind for his announcement, contingent on not facing PSG in the Champions League. Both teams are in the last 16 and could potentially meet in the quarter-finals, scheduled for late April and early May.
So, where will Mbappe land? The suspense is killing everyone, from fans to journalists and club executives. One thing’s for sure, this transfer saga is far from over!
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