French President Emmanuel Macron has expressed his determination to personally persuade Kylian Mbappe to remain at Paris Saint-Germain for another season.
Macron has affirmed his willingness to involve himself in the ongoing Mbappe saga, as he strives to convince the talented French international to continue his career within the country.
Despite Mbappe informing PSG of his decision not to sign a new contract with the club, he has vehemently denied the rumors linking him to a potential move to Madrid.
Despite that, the Spanish club are said to be willing to pay €200 million (£170m/$216m) to secure his signature this summer.
President Macron was asked about Mbappe’s situation by RMC Sport and replied: “I don’t have the scoop, but I will try and push for it.”
Macron spoke to Mbappe in a similar situation a year ago, playing a part in convincing him to stay in the French capital amid intense interest from Real.
This time, Madrid could attempt to force through a move for Mbappe after seeing Karim Benzema head to Saudi Arabia.
They have also been linked with Harry Kane but the club have followed Mbappe since his time with Monaco, and they may see a golden opportunity to finally land the World Cup-winner in this transfer window.
The Mbappe saga is likely to drag on throughout the summer, with reporting suggesting that Madrid will wait for either the player, or the French club, to make the first move.