Mbappe Commits to PSG, Accepting Bench Role for the Season
Kylian Mbappe’s future has been a topic of intense speculation, with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) actively seeking to sell or demote him to the bench for the upcoming season. However, recent reports suggest that Mbappe is determined to stay at PSG for the 2023/24 campaign, regardless of the club’s efforts to offload him. Daniel Riolo, a journalist from RMC Sport, has made a resolute declaration that there will be no move for the French striker to Real Madrid this summer.
Despite mounting tensions between Mbappe and PSG, marked by public criticism of the reigning Ligue 1 champions as a “divisive team,” the club’s top executives expressed their frustration and made it clear that they would sell the 24-year-old immediately if he continued to neglect contract extension talks until 2025.
However, according to insider sources, Mbappe will remain in Paris until next summer, even if PSG decides to relegate him to the bench. “I have an announcement to make: Kylian Mbappe will stay at PSG next season. Even if PSG benches him, he accepts this situation,” the source revealed.
Previously, Mbappe had been linked with a move away, primarily driven by financial motives rather than love for the club. The player himself stated that “staying at PSG wouldn’t help me much.” In addition to receiving a substantial transfer fee of 150 million euros upon showing loyalty until next summer, Mbappe will also earn a colossal annual salary. Moreover, he could potentially leave on a free transfer, further enhancing his value, even if PSG decides to keep him on the bench. Mbappe is well aware that public opinion would undoubtedly react strongly if the club were to sideline their star player.
Furthermore, the talented forward stands to secure a significant financial windfall from his potential new club as he would be available on a free transfer, eliminating any transfer fees.
Despite the strained relationship between Mbappe and PSG, the latest reports indicate that the French striker will remain at the club for the upcoming season, even if he is consigned to a bench role. Mbappe’s decision is driven by financial considerations and the opportunity to maximize his earnings in the future. While PSG’s intentions to sell or demote him may have created friction, Mbappe’s commitment to staying at the club showcases his willingness to accept the circumstances and make the best of the situation. The football world will undoubtedly be closely monitoring Mbappe’s performance and the ongoing dynamics between him and PSG in the coming season.
