President of Paris Saint-Germain, Nasser Al-Khelaifi,has communicated the club’s stance regarding the ongoing transfer saga involving Kylian Mbappe according to reports.
The French club has found itself in a stalemate with the 24-year-old forward, who has strongly indicated his intention to leave the club next summer.
Mbappe’s existing contract with Paris Saint-Germain includes a one-year optional extension clause, which he has chosen not to activate.
Consequently, PSG is left with no alternative but to sell him during the current transfer window to avoid losing him on a free transfer when his contract expires at the end of the upcoming season, as reported by Reuters.
During the presentation of Luis Enrique as the Ligue 1 champions’ new coach on Wednesday, Al-Khelaifi issued an ultimatum to Mbappe as the contract saga continues.
“Kylian Mbappé… has to decide next week or in two weeks. No more than this. If he does not want to sign a new contract, the door is open,” the president said bluntly.
Underscoring the gravity of the situation involving Mbappe, Al-Khelaifi emphasised that no player holds greater importance than the club itself.
“No one is bigger than the club, no player, not even me. It’s very clear,” he told Le Parisien, as quoted by transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano.
Mbappe places demand on PSG
In a previous publication, Sports Brief reported on the PSG star’s future being far from settled as he enters the final year of his contract with the Parisians.
Mbappe reportedly asked for €240 million if the reigning Ligue 1 champions are intent of getting rid of him this summer before his contract is ended.
PSG confirm Enrique as coach
Sports Brief also reported on former Barcelona and Spain coach, Enrique being appointed as PSG coach on a two-year deal, as announced by the club this week.
He replaces Christophe Galtier and was unveiled at a press conference at the club’s brand new training complex in Poissy, to the north-west of the French capital.