MADRID, Spain — Real Madrid has prepared a whopping £103 million bid for Paris Saint-Germain’s prodigious forward, Kylian Mbappe.
The move comes just three days before the transfer window’s closure on September 1, 2023, as reported by German sports daily, BILD.
Mbappe’s potential departure from PSG has been the talk of the football world.
The 24-year-old superstar has been vocal about his ambitions, making no secret of his dream to don the white jersey of Los Blancos.
“The allure of Madrid is something every player understands,” Mbappe had said in an earlier interview, “but my contract with PSG ends in June 2024.”
His reluctance to renew terms with the reigning Ligue 1 champions has left the door ajar for potential suitors.
And while the gargantuan £259 million offer from Saudi club, Al-Hilal, might have turned heads in the boardrooms, it didn’t seem to pique the Frenchman’s interest.
Real Madrid, historically known for its galactico signings, is hoping to capitalize on this window of opportunity, aiming to secure Mbappe’s signature a year earlier than many had anticipated.
A club insider mentioned, “Mbappe has the star power, talent, and ambition that fits the Real Madrid mold. We’re hopeful.”
Should the move materialize, it will undeniably be the summer’s marquee signing, reinforcing Madrid’s intent to reclaim European dominance.
Real Madrid’s fans are undoubtedly waiting with bated breath for September 1.
Only time will tell if they’ll get their early Christmas present in the form of Kylian Mbappe.
The Race is On: Tottenham and Al-Hilal Throw Hats in the Ring for PSG’s Mbappe
The summer transfer season continues to heat up, with five clubs, including Tottenham Hotspur and Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal, reported to be vying for the signature of Paris-Saint Germain’s star striker, Kylian Mbappe.
Mbappe, 24, has established a firm footing in the upper echelons of the football world, with an impressive tally of goals last season that earned him the Ligue 1 Golden Boot and a stunning hat-trick in the World Cup final.
News of the forward’s availability has sent shockwaves throughout the football community.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed on Saturday, July 22, 2023, on his YouTube channel, “Kylian Mbappe is out of the PSG squad, excluded for the pre-season tour in Japan. Now he is available, and on the market, they are prepared to negotiate with any club.”
There has been long-standing speculation that Real Madrid is the likeliest destination for the Frenchman, possibly on a free transfer when his contract expires next summer. However, PSG’s willingness to negotiate his departure this summer to avoid losing him for nothing adds an unexpected twist to the saga.
Spanish outlet Marca has reported that Tottenham, Manchester United, Chelsea, Al-Hilal, and Real Madrid are all monitoring the situation closely.
This development comes amid speculation that Tottenham’s Harry Kane could be leaving North London, with Bayern Munich, PSG, and Al-Hilal said to be interested in the 29-year-old. Should Kane be sold, Tottenham could potentially use the proceeds to fund a move for Mbappe.
Valued at €180m (£155.7 million) by Transfermarkt, Mbappe’s fee could even surpass this amount given his proven track record and market demand.
While there has also been speculation about Arsenal’s interest in Mbappe, Gunners manager Mikel Arteta remained tight-lipped. “You know I never talk about players that don’t play for our club,” he told journalists over the weekend.
With the transfer window still open, the final destination of Mbappe remains uncertain, making for one of this summer’s most intriguing sagas.
