Farewell Mbappé! PSG has found its replacement

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By: Nicolas Gerbault

The breaking point has arrived for Mbappé

Kylian Mbappé should decide on his future in the coming weeks.

The 24-year-old is out of contract with Paris Saint-Germain at the end of the season, meaning he can now negotiate with other clubs, including Real Madrid. Los Blancos have been trying to sign Mbappé for years, and while they haven’t been successful so far, 2024 could be the year they finally do it. However, at this point, it’s hard to say what the star’s decision will be.

Real has a chance

According to The Athletic (via MD), PSG are not very confident of retaining the Bondynois, as they have identified Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford as a summer target – both players play in very similar positions, so that we consider that he would be a direct replacement for Mbappé.

The report notes that PSG considered Rashford as Mbappé’s replacement in 2022, when they were close to losing the France team captain. This could be a hopeful sign that Real Madrid have an excellent chance, although it is too early to tell if that is the case.

Nicolas Gerbault

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Nicolas Gerbault

Nicolas Gerbault is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Nicolas discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Nicolas enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.