Introduction: The football world is abuzz with the news that Manchester United is set to embark on a wild bidding war for Kylian Mbappe, with a contract that could shatter the world transfer record. Reports suggest that the Qatari owners of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) are ready to abandon the club, opening the door for Manchester United to make an audacious move. The rumors, shared by Sun Sports, indicate that the Red Devils are prepared to go to extraordinary lengths in their pursuit of the talented French striker.
Kylian Mbappe has sent shockwaves through the footballing world by notifying PSG’s leadership that he will not activate the contract extension clause, effectively making him a free agent in the summer of 2024. With his current contract valued at £900,000 per week and expiring in June 2024, PSG is determined not to lose their prized asset, but a blockbuster transfer deal seems increasingly likely this summer.
Real Madrid, long considered Mbappe’s next destination, missed their opportunity to secure his signature in 2022 under Carlo Ancelotti’s tenure. However, reports from Spain suggest that Manchester United could be the surprise landing spot for the prodigious talent.
The Qatar-based TV channel, El Chiringuito TV, has boldly declared that the Qatari owners of PSG have lost interest in their French project. They believe that the PSG project has reached its conclusion following the 2022 World Cup held in Qatar. As a result, they have indicated that they will not stand in Mbappe’s way if he wishes to move on.
Nasser Al-Khelaifi, the Qatari chairman of PSG, has been linked with a potential takeover of Manchester United. Qatar’s affluent billionaire, Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani, is keen on a major investment and aims to replace the Glazer family as the new owners of the prestigious club.
Should Qatar succeed in their bid to take over Old Trafford, Manchester United would make Kylian Mbappe their top target, armed with a mind-blowing offer worth a world-record £342 million per year. This salary would dwarf Mbappe’s current £80 million annual earnings at PSG.
This means that Manchester United would be offering Kylian Mbappe a staggering total salary of £640 million, equivalent to £12.3 million per week. In comparison, Cristiano Ronaldo earns £3.3 million per week at Saudi Arabia’s Al Nassr.
The Qatari owners’ waning interest in PSG has fueled speculation that they are now determined to bring Mbappe to Manchester United. Edu Aguirre, a well-informed source, revealed to Sun Sports that Qatar has gradually distanced itself from the PSG project. According to him, Qatar has redirected its focus towards the Premier League, aiming to replicate the success of the United Arab Emirates and Manchester City. The level of investment Qatar is willing to inject into Manchester United is substantial.
Real Madrid, along with other potential suitors, must act swiftly if they want to secure Mbappe’s services this summer. With Manchester United rumored to make an astonishing offer, it seems the Red Devils are ready to go all out in this high-stakes battle for the French superstar. The question remains: Will Mbappe be tempted to leave PSG and accept the mind-boggling £400 million-per-year contract?
