Kylian Mbappe is poised to depart Paris Saint-Germain at the conclusion of the current season. As one of the most outstanding players in the world, the superstar will undoubtedly attract significant attention. While it appears highly probable that the French international will join Real Madrid, a club that has been linked to the PSG star for several years, Liverpool and Arsenal have also been mentioned as potential destinations in recent months.
According to former Reds star, Stan Collymore, both Premier League clubs should refrain from pursuing Mbappe, as his arrival could disrupt the established order at these English powerhouses. Both teams are currently making positive strides, and the addition of a high-profile player like Mbappe could potentially derail their progress.
In his latest exclusive column, Collymore advises, “I can envision Liverpool or Arsenal attempting to enter the race for Mbappe, but my recommendation to them would be to steer clear. While the French star is undeniably talented, his exorbitant wage demands could destabilize their existing wage structure. Moreover, the temptation to break the bank for him would persist, potentially causing a ripple effect throughout the entire dressing room.”
Collymore goes on to express concerns about the potential impact of Mbappe’s presence on the current squad dynamics. He states, “Arsenal currently have a delicate ecosystem centered around a group of young players who are collectively striving to restore the Gunners to their former glory. There are no superstar names in that dressing room at present, but there is potential for them to emerge in the future. Mbappe wielded considerable influence at PSG, as evidenced over the past few years. Such influence does not simply dissipate, and I worry that it could disrupt the harmony within the current Arsenal squad if the French star were to assert his status once again in North London. While Mbappe would undoubtedly contribute a significant number of goals, would he truly enhance the overall quality of the team?”
“In the context of Real Madrid, Mbappe’s arrival would be more manageable, given the presence of other prominent figures such as Bellingham, Vinicius Jnr, Modric, and Kroos. Therefore, Mbappe would become just another superstar among a team of superstars, all of whom operate under the guidance of one of the most respected managers in the world.”
“The same applies to Liverpool. The Merseyside club has achieved its greatest success under Jurgen Klopp by nurturing and developing players into superstars, rather than relying solely on high-profile signings. Mbappe would inevitably seek to exert influence over the team’s operations, given his status, but how would that impact the new manager stepping in at Anfield? Could you imagine Xabi Alonso, who is still finding his footing as a young manager, having to manage Mbappe in his inaugural season? If the Spanish coach were to encounter a rocky start at Anfield, the media would undoubtedly speculate about Mbappe’s dissatisfaction with the coaching, regardless of the truth. This would place unnecessary pressure on the new coach, who already faces the daunting task of succeeding the legendary figure that is Jurgen Klopp.”
According to the Source caughtoffside.com