Chelsea have reportedly ruled out making a move for Kylian Mbappe, despite being linked with the Paris Saint-Germain superstar.
WHAT HAPPENED?
The France international forward has made it clear to the reigning Ligue 1 champions that he will not be extending a contract that is due to expire in the summer of 2024. PSG are, therefore, having to consider parting with the World Cup winner in the current transfer window.
THE BIGGER PICTURE
Mbappe is said to have snubbed a record-breaking approach from Saudi Arabian outfit Al-Hilal that would have included a €300 million (£258m/$328m) fee and €700m (£603m/$766m) contract. He is also said to have already agreed terms with Real Madrid regarding a potential move to Spain as a free agent in 12 months’ time.
AND WHAT’S MORE
There have been suggestions that PSG are inviting offers from Premier League sides, so that a deal can be done this summer, with Chelsea considered to be a possible suitor. Standard Sport is, however, reporting that the Blues will not be making a move as they believe PSG are trying to drag English sides into a political battle between the French giants and La Liga heavyweights Real.
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?
Chelsea’s focus is currently locked elsewhere, with more big-money deals being done at Stamford Bridge, and it remains to be seen whether Mbappe will be on the move in 2023 or whether he will be forced to spend a year rotting in the reserves at PSG before hitting free agency.
