Paris Saint-Germain’s president, Nasser Al-Khelaifi, addressed the ongoing speculation surrounding star forward Kylian Mbappé’s future, amid increasing suggestions of an imminent departure from the Parc des Princes. Mbappé’s current contract with PSG is set to expire in the summer, and the 25-year-old has given little indication of extending his stay.
As the French World Cup winner enters the final months of his contract, he is free to engage in negotiations with clubs across Europe for a potential summer transfer. Real Madrid, who narrowly missed out on signing Mbappé in 2022, have reemerged as frontrunners in the race for his signature, gearing up for a final push to bring him to La Liga.
In a media interaction, Al-Khelaifi faced the inevitable question regarding Mbappé’s future, and his response hinted at the possibility of the talismanic forward staying at PSG. The PSG president alluded to a “gentleman’s agreement” between himself and Mbappé, emphasizing the confidentiality of the understanding.
“I have a gentleman’s agreement with Kylian Mbappé,” Al-Khelaifi stated in an interview with RMC Sport, as reported by Fabrizio Romano. “It’s between Kylian and me, so I won’t comment about money or details. I have a very good relationship with him. But this agreement is between us and it will stay between us.”
The reference to a “gentleman’s agreement” suggests an undisclosed understanding or arrangement between Al-Khelaifi and Mbappé, raising intrigue about the potential factors influencing the forward’s decision regarding his future.
The remarks by Al-Khelaifi indicate a level of confidence and trust in the relationship with Mbappé, leaving room for optimism among PSG fans that their star player might extend his stay.
The secrecy surrounding the agreement adds an element of mystery to the unfolding saga, leaving observers and pundits to speculate on the intricacies that could shape Mbappé’s decision in the coming months.
As the transfer window approaches and Mbappé’s contract nears its end, the football world awaits further developments, with the PSG president’s comments injecting an air of uncertainty into the narrative surrounding one of the most sought-after players in the sport.
🚨🔴🔵 Nasser Al Khelaifi confirms: “I have a gentleman agreement with Kylian Mbappé. It’s between Kylian and me so I won’t comment about money or details”.
“I have very good relationship with him. But this agreement is between us and it will stay between us”, told RMC Sport. pic.twitter.com/wqJd5tcTqu
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 9, 2024
