Mbappe to stay at PSG? Sporting director Leonardo claims contract talks progressing

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) superstar Kylian Mbappe bagged his 100th goal for club in injury time to help his side claim a scintillating victory against Montpellier. As he continues to impress Parc des Princes outfit with his splendid run of form, club is keen on extending his contract, albeit interest from defending LaLiga champions Real Madrid. But French giants seemed to have mand a headway with reports of a contract extension on cards.

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PSG news: Mbappe transfer to Real Madrid held up? 

Mbappe is bound by a contract which runs until June 2022. France international has often been linked with a move to Real Madrid with manr Zinedine Zidane interested in roping him ever since his exploits with Monaco. Moreover, defending Premier League champions Liverpool are also in contention to sign 2018 World Cup winner. 

But wait for two clubs is likely to be prolonged for furr more seasons with reports suggesting a deal between Mbappe and PSG is likely to be reached soon. PSG director Leonardo, while speaking to Canal+ has confirmed ongoing talks between two parties. 

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PSG news: Mbappe contract extension talks ongoing 

"We're talking. We want to discuss, and he also wants to discuss. w is also time to come to a clearer idea of his future. It is going well. We have taken steps forward compared to 10, 15 days ago and we will continue", said PSG director on Mbappe contract negotiations. 

Before scoring against Montpellier, Mbappe failed to get on scoresheet in previous three games. Besides, he has gone goalless in his previous nine Champions League fixtures, raising concerns on his performance. But, manr Thomas Tuchel, after game against Manchester United, rubbished off talks of a struggle, claiming he put in a lot of effort both in attack as well as defence. 

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PSG lead Ligue 1 standings 

Apart from Mbappe, Colin Dagba and Moise Kean also scored in side's victory against Montpellier. victory ensures defending champions' lead at top with 28 points in 13 games. Lille are placed second in Ligue 1 standings, with 26 points to ir credit. PSG next play Istanbul Basaksehir in Champions League midweek. 

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