Kylian Mbappé is not yet a Real Madrid player, but there are already indications that the French star is having an impact on transfer policy at the Bernabeu.
The 25-year-old was jokingly said to be PSG’s sporting director, given the influence he has had on player recruitments and sales at the Parc des Princes over the past 18 months, and the striker appears to have similar power in Spain.
Mbappé is out of contract at the end of the season and looks increasingly destined for a free transfer to Real Madrid in July. The 2018 World Cup winner is set to receive the biggest signing bonus in football history, while his move to the Spanish capital is expected to prompt the club to rethink their summer moves.
Vinicius in question
While the French star is unlikely to have a direct say over arrivals and departures at the Bernabeu, his signing will necessarily have a knock-on effect on other deals that are made. Marca reports that Madrid are starting to plan their other moves with the Bondynois signing in mind. Vinicius Junior’s future within the Madrid team will be one of the main topics of discussion. The Frenchman has made it clear that he wants to play on the left, which raises the question of the Brazilian star’s place.
Furthermore, it is rumored that Real Madrid could try to recruit both Erling Haaland and Mbappé in what would be the most spectacular summer transfer window since PSG signed the Parisian and Neymar to FC Barcelona in 2017.
