The potential move of Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe to Real Madrid remains uncertain due to a clash over contract details between the two clubs, as reported by Independent. The discussions centered on Mbappe’s personal terms, with the player reportedly dissatisfied with the salary package offered by PSG, which stalled a final agreement on his contract.
Previous reports from El Debate had suggested Mbappe could command a salary of 60 million euros per season at Real Madrid, complemented by a signing bonus of 100 million euros. These figures circulated as part of the broader speculation surrounding the transfer, though official confirmations have varied over time. Mbappe has been a standout at PSG since moving from Monaco in 2018, and his current contract with the Paris club runs through the summer of 2024, meaning he was eligible to sign a pre-contract agreement with Real Madrid should no deal be reached in time. Media outlets pegged a transfer agreement for Mbappe to Real Madrid as having been in discussions around January 8, with many outlets tracing the negotiations to that date.
Across this season, Mbappe has featured prominently for PSG, appearing in 25 matches across all competitions and tallying 26 goals with 3 assists. By late October, he had placed third in the Ballon d’Or rankings, behind Erling Haaland of Manchester City and Lionel Messi of Inter Miami. In another phase of the season, the numbers reflected Mbappe’s continued productivity, with 27 appearances and 28 goals along with 6 assists in all competitions. His influence extended beyond the pitch, as he had already served as an ambassador for PSG and remained a focal point in discussions about his future with the club and potential move to Real Madrid, according to reports from those following the storyline closely.