From Real Madrid to the Premier League – Where could Kylian Mbappe go next? | OneFootball

From Jude Bellingham and Karim Benzema to Lionel Messi – we have already witnessed some exciting transfer stories this summer.

But the footballing world must brace itself for the biggest headline-grabbing saga yet – which is all about Kylian Mbappe.

Shock reports have emerged that the French superstar has informed PSG he is not interested in renewing his contract, which means his current deal will expire in 2024.

The news has caught Les Parisiens off guard, who had taken for granted that Mbappe would lead their project for years to come.

PSG have grown weary of Mbappe’s stance and will sell him this summer instead of losing him for nothing when his contract runs out.

We look at the potential destinations where Mbappe could end up this summer.

Real Madrid

Real Madrid have been long-term admirers of Mbappe. They attempted to sign him for free last summer backfired, but they remain interested.

Los Blancos will be pleased after hearing about Mbappe’s decision, and they have a great chance to snap him up during the summer transfer window.

Having secured a big-money move for Bellingham, Los Merengues are working to find a replacement for Karim Benzema.

Harry Kane’s name is top of the wishlist, but Mbappe’s availability changes the landscape.

Tottenham Hotspur are holding out for a fee in excess of €120 million for Kane, and Madrid may feel it sensible to pursue Mbappe.

Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich are another club hunting for a centre-forward for which they have been handed a war chest worth more than €100m.

Thomas Tuchel has previously worked with Mbappe, and the German manager could get the best out of him if they link up again.

However, the sticking point will be the salary, as Mbappe’s astronomical wages are out of Bayern’s reach.

The 2022 World Cup finalist would be a star in the Bundesliga, but the Bavarians must change their wage structure dramatically to integrate him.

Barcelona

Barcelona is undoubtedly a top attraction for any footballer in the world.

His admiration for arch-rivals Madrid may cause him to look past Barca, but the La Liga leaders would be a great place to enhance his chances of winning the Ballon d’Or – the trophy he desires the most.

Barca manager Xavi also wants a top-level left winger, having been disappointed with the struggles of Ansu Fati and Ferran Torres.

The need for a talismanic forward has also increased following the failure to bring back Lionel Messi.

A trio of Robert Lewandowski, Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele would be the ultimate dream of fans, but his staggering wages are a hindrance.

Manchester United

Manchester United can afford Mbappe with the help of Qatari billionaire Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani, who is reportedly inching closer towards completing a takeover of the club.

Erik ten Hag needs a high-profile signing who can lift the squad and help the club return to the summit of European football.

Mbappe could be the centrepiece of United’s project under prospective new ownership.

The Red Devils are busy exploring the market for a new centre-forward, with Rasmus Hojlund, Victor Osimhen and Dusan Vlahovic on their wishlist.

However, Mbappe’s name will also have caught their attention.

Chelsea

It’s hard to omit Chelsea when discussing the potential destination of one of the best players in the world.

Billionaire owner Todd Boehly has embarked on a relentless spending spree since taking over at Stamford Bridge.

Most of his transfer decisions have gone wrong, for which he has paid the price by missing out on the Champions League next season.

Boehly could make amends with a game-changing transfer like Mbappe, but their hopes of signing him are slim.

The absence of Champions League football will make it difficult for the Blues to persuade Mbappe to move to London.