Kylian Mbappe has confirmed his departure from PSG at the end of the season, citing the need for a “new challenge” as his reason for leaving France.
While it’s widely anticipated that he will join Real Madrid as a free agent this summer, the move has not yet been officially announced. Mbappe had informed PSG earlier in the season about his intention to leave, paving the way for his inevitable move to Madrid.
The 25-year-old forward won’t have a perfect farewell to his seven-year tenure at PSG, as the team was eliminated by Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League semi-finals.
Mbappe announced his impending departure ahead of PSG’s final home game of the season against Toulouse, expressing his emotions and gratitude for his time at the club in a video posted on his social media channels.
In the video, Mbappe revealed that it’s his last year at PSG and that he won’t be extending his contract, signaling an end to his adventure with the club in a few weeks.
He reminisced about the many years he spent at PSG, describing it as an honor to be part of one of the biggest French clubs and one of the best in the world. He acknowledged the pressure and the opportunities to grow both as a player and as a person during his time at PSG.
While Mbappe didn’t mention his next club in the video, he explained his decision to seek a move abroad, acknowledging the difficulty of leaving his country, France, and the familiar surroundings of Ligue 1. However, he emphasized his need for a new challenge after seven years.
Mbappe’s departure marks the end of a long-running saga, with the player often appearing poised to leave PSG only to commit his future to the club at the last minute.
Despite the uncertainties surrounding his future, Mbappe expressed his love for PSG and gratitude towards the fans, acknowledging his shortcomings but reaffirming his dedication to being effective on the pitch.
With an impressive record of 43 goals in all competitions this season and a total of 255 goals for PSG, Mbappe assured the fans that they will always hold a special place in his heart, emphasizing the impact the club has had on his career and his life.
