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It’s 2024, and no soccer fan in the world can stop gushing about Kylian Mbappe‘s future. The saga has stretched like a well-written daily soap opera. While a section of fans believe PSG will somehow manage to keep hold of their ace, a vast majority has just one destination in mind for the Frenchman: Real Madrid. However, while there is a widespread belief that Los Blancos could break the bank to ensure Mbappe’s signing, a prominent Spanish journalist has something else on his mind.

Mbappe has been linked to a move to Real Madrid for the last three seasons. Florentino Perez’s side has been long-time admirers of the Frenchman but has failed to materialize a deal in the previous transfer windows. However, Mbappe is yet to renew his existing contract at PSG. The Frenchman will become a free agent come summer, opening the door for an easy move to the Spanish capital.

Josep Pedrelol opens on Real Madrid’s stance on Kylian Mbappe

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With less than six months into the summer transfer window, speculations are at an all-time high when it comes to the Frenchman’s future. Many believe that the player already has a secret deal in place with Madrid and will undoubtedly move to Santiago Bernabeu come June on a big money deal. However, prominent Spanish journalist Josep Pedrelol believes Madrid does not owe Mbappe a cushy contract.

The journalist, in an exclusive interview with El Chiringuito TV, claimed, “Madrid’s offer to Mbappe expired two years ago. This year they would be different figures. [Mbappe] will not be the highest-earning player in the Real Madrid dressing room. He will not receive a premium of $100-150 million.”

Real Madrid, at the moment, seems to dodge questions when it comes to Kylian Mbappe. Los Blancos boss Carlo Ancelotti in his press conference quickly handled questions surrounding the Frenchman, stating he doesn’t talk about the topic.

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Real Madrid is not impressed with recent comments of Kylian Mbappe

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According to reports, the Los Blancos are not pleased with the PSG star’s recent statement following the French Super Cup final. Mbappe, following the win, claimed he’s still undecided on his future, and no one at the club is focusing on what lies this summer. The Frenchman added that he has a deal with PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi that financially protects all parties.

The player’s comments have thrown Madrid off, as many in the club believe that the player could ditch them at the last moment. It will be interesting to see what’s next for the French World Cup winner. While PSG will try to keep hold of the player at all costs this summer, there are high chances Kylian Mbappe walks out a free agent.

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