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Kylian Mbappe releases Official Statement
Kylian Mbappé, the highly sought-after French football sensation, has made an official statement regarding his contract situation with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). In the statement, Mbappé emphatically denies having engaged in any discussions regarding a contract renewal with the club.
Speaking to the AFP agency, Mbappé clarified his position, stating,
“I have NEVER discussed any contract renewal with PSG.”
The young starlet further revealed that he had already informed PSG’s board of his decision not to extend his contract beyond 2024 back on July 15th, 2022. According to Mbappé, the subsequent letter sent to the club was merely intended to formalize and confirm what had been previously communicated.
The revelation by Mbappé has put PSG in a decisive position. The club has made its stance clear: either Mbappé extends his contract now, or he will be allowed to leave during the summer transfer window, preventing him from becoming a free agent in June 2024.
This development has sent shockwaves throughout the football world, as Mbappé’s future has been a subject of intense speculation. With his immense talent and potential, numerous top clubs have been vying for his signature, eagerly monitoring any developments regarding his contract with PSG.
“I have NEVER discussed any contract renewal with PSG”, Kylian Mbappé tells AFP agency in statement.
“The board has been informed since July 15th 2022 of my decision not to extend beyond 2024 — and the letter sent was only meant to confirm what I already told them”.
Mbappé’s decision not to renew his contract beyond 2024 raises questions about his long-term commitment to the French giants. The announcement has sparked renewed interest from several elite European clubs who have been closely monitoring the situation, hoping to secure the services of the gifted forward.
As the summer transfer window progresses, the football world will eagerly await PSG’s response and how they will navigate this delicate situation. Whether Mbappé remains at the club or embarks on a new chapter in his career, his decision will undoubtedly have significant repercussions for both PSG and the wider football landscape.
PSG are believed to be open to selling the French star this current transfer window, with the reported fee being in the region of €150 million