Kylian Mbappe: Premier League Clubs Remain in Contact as PSG Look to Sell
The future of Kylian Mbappe has been the subject of much speculation in recent weeks, with the French superstar informing Paris Saint-Germain he has no intention of extending his current contract at the club. Facing the prospect of losing him for nothing next summer, PSG plan to sell the 24-year-old this summer if he does not commit to a new contract.
Real Madrid Interest
Real Madrid are expected to reignite their efforts to sign the forward having come close to landing him last summer until a last minute U-turn that saw him remain in France. L’Equipe report the player has remained in contact with ‘several’ Premier League clubs since.
Premier League Interest
Throughout his career, both as a youth player and after emerging as one of football’s best young talents at Monaco, Mbappe has been the subject of interest from English sides including Liverpool, Manchester United, Manchester City, Chelsea and Arsenal. Chelsea are one of the teams who have joined the race to sign him this summer and will try to tempt him to Stamford Bridge, despite the lack of European football on offer. United will also be interested with reports this week suggesting they will lead the race for his signature should Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani complete his takeover at Old Trafford.
French President Intervention
The subject of Mbappe’s club future has attracted attention from all quarters with French president Emmanuel Macron revealing he will personally attempt to convince him to remain in Paris. Asked about Mbappe’s situation by RMC Sport, Macron replied: ‘I don’t have the scoop, but I will try and push for it.’
Conclusion
Kylian Mbappe is one of the most sought after players in world football and it looks increasingly likely that he will be leaving Paris Saint-Germain this summer. While Real Madrid remain favourites to sign him, a number of Premier League clubs remain in contact with the player and could yet make a move for him. It remains to be seen what decision Mbappe makes but it is sure to be one that will have a huge impact on the footballing world.