Strategic Timing and Negotiations:
This strategic move was reportedly greenlit by Real’s leadership during a meeting last week. To exert pressure on the French club, Real plans to submit their bid to PSG by August 29th, just days before the transfer window concludes on September 1st.
Motivations Behind the Early Action:
The urgency in Real’s approach is attributed to several factors. Firstly, the club aims to secure Mbappe’s signing this summer, circumventing the possibility of him extending his contract with PSG, which could potentially include a higher release clause. Moreover, following the departure of Karim Benzema to Al Ittihad in the Saudi Pro League, Real is in need of a top-class forward. While the loan signing of Joselu from Espanyol was a short-term solution, the club is seeking a more enduring replacement.
Real Madrid’s Youthful Vision and Mbappe’s Role:
Real Madrid is currently in the process of rejuvenating its squad, and Mbappe is envisioned as a pivotal addition. In the recent La Liga opener against Bilbao, Coach Carlo Ancelotti relegated veteran midfielders Toni Kroos and Luka Modric to the bench, opting for a youthful quartet of Aurelien Tchouameni, Jude Bellingham, Federico Valverde, and Eduardo Camavinga.
Mbappe’s Uncertain Future:
Kylian Mbappe’s future has become a hot topic of discussion this summer. After a brief period of exclusion for declining to activate a one-year extension option until 2025, the 24-year-old forward has rejoined training with the first team. He returned with a bang, scoring a penalty in the Ligue 1 Round 2 match against Toulouse. His goal celebration, marked by leaping over advertising boards and vocalizing his commitment to the club, captured the attention of fans.
Negotiations and Speculations:
According to The Times, following positive negotiations with PSG President Nasser Al-Khelaifi, Mbappe has reportedly reached an agreement to extend his contract with the club, potentially including a release clause. The specifics of the deal, whether short-term or long-term, and the value of the release clause remain undisclosed. However, Spanish outlet AS predicts that PSG could demand at least $200 million, mirroring the fee they paid to acquire Mbappe from Monaco in the summer of 2018.
Upcoming Challenges and Matches:
As Mbappe and his teammates gear up for the next match against Lens at Parc des Princes in Ligue 1 Round 3 on August 26th, the uncertainty surrounding his future continues to captivate fans’ attention.
