Published 18:37 IST, July 31st 2023
After Al Hilal, 5-time Premier League winner enter the bid for Kylian Mbappe: Report
As per multiple reports, Paris Saint-Germain superstar Kylian Mbappe has been linked with a move to the Premier League.
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There won't be a dearth of offers for Kylian Mbappe, who openly reiterated his desire to not extend his current Paris Saint-Germain contract. The French superstar has been the blue-eyed boy of PSG, but recent events have had a lasting effect on their relationship, as it seems. PSG's stance has always been to renew Mbappe's stay, but the club has reportedly clarified that the player needs to be sold if they fail to trigger the extension clause.
3 things you need to know
- Kylian Mbappe remains the most lucrative prospect for clubs
- The French superstar joined PSG in 2017 on an initial loan deal
- He signed a brand new contract in 2022
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Kylian Mbappe is being eyed by Chelsea: Reports
If reports are to be believed, Chelsea is eyeing a mega move for Kylian Mbappe. The Blues have seen several players arrive at Stamford Bridge since the takeover by the Todd Boehly-led consortium. The West Londoners are planning to enter the negotiations for Mbappe by offering a player-plus-cash deal.
[Kylian Mbappe stops to make selfies with fans as he leaves the Paris Saint-Germain training complex; Image: AP]
31st July remains the deadline for triggering the one-year option but given the current scenario, the player doesn't have any intention to trigger the extension. PSG reportedly accepted a bid of €300 million from Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal, but Mbappe declined the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of his idol Cristiano Ronaldo, who joined Al-Nassr earlier this year.
Chelsea will not take part in the Champions League next season
Chelsea's inability to take part in the Champions League could be a hindrance in the move as the 24-year-old is yet to prove his credentials in the premier European competition. It would take a huge convincing from Chelsea to acquire the service of the French superstar.
Recently, Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino insisted it's a precarious situation for them. "I need to be conscious, I cannot talk because everything that you talk is too much noise, it is a very delicate situation and it is a situation they need to fix in Paris with Kylian, Kylian with PSG."
Mbappe reportedly has his heart set on a move to Real Madrid on a free transfer, but Chelsea might scupper the deal as it stands.
18:37 IST, July 31st 2023