Everything you need to know about Kylian Mbappe’s Real Madrid transfer deal is here: a Ronaldo-like reveal, an iconic jersey number, and Al-Khelaifi’s blessings.
In the days leading up to the new campaign, Kylian Mbappe appears to be moving closer to a spectacular transfer to Real Madrid. The superstar of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is keeping fans of Los Blancos entertained as Jude Bellingham’s Real Madrid is thought to be the front-runner to win the FIFA World Cup 2018 in Paris. Mbappe has been Real Madrid’s top transfer target for a number of seasons. He led the reigning champions France to the FIFA World Cup 2022 final.
Mbappe, who is headed to Real Madrid, scored for the Ligue 1 leaders PSG over Nantes 2-0 on Saturday. The PSG forward converted a penalty for the dominant French league team after coming off the bench. PSG, led by Kylian Mbappe, has increased their advantage over Ligue 1 to 14 points. With Mbappe seemingly finishing his career at Parc des Princes, PSG is vying for a record-tying 12th championship. Mbappe, who is nearing the end of his lucrative seven-year contract with Ligue 1 winners, is rumored to have informed PSG authorities that he intended to leave the team on a free transfer.
Things to consider in Kylian Mbappe’s transfer:
1. Mbappe’s departure is known to PSG CEO Nasser Al-Khelaifi!
PSG CEO Nasser Al-Khelaifi is reportedly also certain that Mbappe will depart PSG at the end of the current campaign, according to AS. Al-Khelaifi has also accepted that Mbappe will be joining Real Madrid this summer after leaving PSG. Mbappe has ‘gone into an agreement’ with the La Liga heavyweights, according to the PSG chief, who made this admission in a private conversation. At the conclusion of the 2023–2024 season, Mbappe’s departure from PSG will be formally revealed. According to the source, Al-Khelaifi has also instructed PSG not to extend the France captain’s term with the club by offering him an improved deal.
2. Mbappe’s unveiling in the style of Cristiano Ronaldo
Real Madrid contacted the French captain during the first week of January to find out whether the former AS Monaco player was still eager to wear the renowned white jersey, according to the leading Spanish publication Marca. After Mbappe gave Real Madrid his verbal assent, contract negotiations began. Real Madrid will reveal the PSG star at the Santiago Bernabeu in a manner reminiscent to Cristiano Ronaldo’s, following negotiations with Mbappe’s mother Fayza Lamari, who also serves as his agent.
3. Mbappe wants to sign as a free agent with Real Madrid only.
PSG’s first goal since the beginning of the season has been Mbappe. The main transfer target for Real Madrid was in negotiations with PSG to sign a new contract that would have prevented him from leaving as a free agent. Nevertheless, Mbappe declined PSG’s request prior to revealing the shocking transfer news in February. According to reports, the Ligue 1 attacker told his teammates he would be leaving PSG for free in the summer.
4. Will Mbappe wear the jersey of his idol at Real Madrid?
Mundo Deportivo claims that Mbappe is not permitted to wear his idol Cristiano Ronaldo’s renowned No. 7 jersey while playing for Real Madrid. Vinicius Junior, the current face of the Spanish club, is representing the historic shirt number. Mbappe is able to wear Real Madrid’s renowned No. 10 jersey. After partnering with Vinicius at the Bernabeu, Mbappe can join forces with Luis Figo, since midfield legend Luka Modric is anticipated to depart Real Madrid.
5. What does Mbappe’s future hold at Real Madrid?
The first opportunity for Mbappe to join Real Madrid came in 2017. But the French sensation chose to lead AS Monaco, a Ligue 1 team, in their offensive. At the time, Real Madrid’s assault was led by legends like Karim Benzema, Gareth Bale, and Ronaldo. The UEFA Champions League has not yet been won by Mbappe. In 2022, record-breaker Real Madrid defeated Mbappe’s PSG to capture the coveted trophy for a record-tying fourteenth time. In 31 games across all competitions, Mbappe has scored 32 goals for PSG. The 25-year-old will be back in action on Sunday when PSG takes on Rennes in Ligue 1.
