Bayern Munich chief rules out Mbappe transfer amid PSG contract speculations

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) superstar Kylian Mbappe is widely regarded as one of best young football stars in world. Frenchman has already netted more than 100 goals since his move to French capital in 2017 and looks to rake up several more in coming days. With likes of Real Madrid and Liverpool already linked with a move for Mbappe, Bayern Munich were also seemed to have developed an interest in him. But Bavarians' CEO has rubbished Mbappe transfer talks. 

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Mbappe to Bayern? Club CEO denies interest 

Bayern Munich have spent big on transfers in past few seasons, including likes of Leroy Sane, Lucas Hernandez and Benjamin Pavard. But club cant afford to land Mbappe, citing his hefty transfer fee, believes Bayern CEO Karl-Heinz Rummenigge. 

"I love Mbappe and his way of playing, but we will never be able to bring him to Bayern", said Rummenigge while speaking to Le Figaro. He went on to assert that 21-year-old winger was supposed to be where he is at moment and he wouldn't want to bor PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi on transfer of Frenchman, citing decent relationship between two. 

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Mbappe contract extension talks ongoing 

Mbappe's contract with PSG expires in June 2022. Earlier reports claimed that player will t sign a new contract in an attempt to force a move to Real Madrid at end of current season. But report has since become irrelevant as France international looks to extend his stay at Parc des Princes. 

PSG sporting director Leonardo has also reportedly confirmed that defending Ligue 1 champions are in process of extending his stay beyond current deal. Speaking to Copa90, Mbappe hinted at same. "We make every decision toger, as a family. I think it's strongest possible thing."

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Mbappe Madrid talks fail to die down 

PSG midfielder Marco Verratti has reportedly revealed that he has been convincing 2018 World Cup winner to put pen to paper, insisting re isn't any better club for him than Parc des Princes outfit. Meanwhile, Real Madrid are still keen on his transfer, as y look to land him next summer. 

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Im courtesy: PSG website