Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain are engaged in the longest game of poker football has ever seen over Kylian Mbappé. And there’s no sign that either will back down anytime soon.
As PSG try to ensure Mbappé won’t leave for free, pressure is mounting on him to secure a sale, three weeks from the end of the transfer window. At the same time, Real Madrid could certainly need a natural striker this summer but they also have to weigh the cost against the likely prospect of him arriving for free next summer.
brand claim that Los Blancos are patiently waiting for a sign or a signal from Mbappé, or PSG, in order to sign for the brilliant striker but haven’t received one so far.
Earlier in the transfer window, a ballpark figure of around €240m was mentioned as a price the club would be willing to consider. The Madrid-based daily claim Los Blancos would be ready to discuss a deal for around €130m, bearing in mind that it would only be half the cost, if you take the Frenchman’s salary into account .
The (ridiculous) amount Real Madrid are ready to put on Mbappé this season
Even though Real haven’t been given the green light to start negotiations, the fact that both sides have a number in mind is a positive sign for those who want to see the saga come to an end. Once the starting points are established, a roadmap can be drawn.
