Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) sensation Kylian Mbappe is edging closer to a move to Real Madrid as a free agent in the summer of 2024, according to reports. However, the 25-year-old has yet to put pen to paper as both parties have not yet reached an agreement on the financial aspect of the highly anticipated transfer.
Mbappe, a key player for PSG, will become a free agent when his contract with the club expires on June 30. This means that potential suitors will not have to negotiate with PSG or pay a hefty fee. Real Madrid, who are said to be leading the race for the 2018 FIFA World Cup winner, will benefit from Mbappe’s free agency despite their strained relationship with PSG.
However, the former Monaco star is well aware of his market value and is seeking financial incentives to facilitate the move to Madrid. A report from Cadena SER reveals that Mbappe has three main economic demands that he wants Real Madrid to meet.
Firstly, he is asking for a gross salary of €50 million ($53.8 million) per year, which would make him the highest-paid player at the club. Currently, the highest earners at Real Madrid are on contracts worth €14-15 million ($15.1-16.1 million).
Secondly, Mbappe wants a substantial signing bonus of €125 million ($134.5 million), which he will share with his mother/agent Fayza Lamari. Real Madrid can view this as a discounted fee for the 25-year-old.
Lastly, the 2022 FIFA World Cup Golden Boot winner wants to retain a portion of his image rights. Typically, Real Madrid takes full control of the image rights of their players. However, there have been reports suggesting that they are willing to settle for only 40% in Mbappe’s case.
Although these demands are undoubtedly astronomical, it is unlikely that Real Madrid will let them hinder the signing of one of their long-standing targets.
Mbappe, PSG’s all-time leading goalscorer, is undoubtedly one of the best players in the world. He possesses incredible speed, can score from anywhere on the pitch, and enjoys immense popularity in the global market. By acquiring Mbappe, who has scored 241 goals and provided 105 assists in 288 games for PSG, Real Madrid would not only gain a potential Ballon d’Or contender but also enhance their global presence.