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Transfer: I Told Mbappe Two Things After Real Madrid Move – Ancelotti Says

Carlo Ancelotti, the Real Madrid manager, has revealed his first conversation with Kylian Mbappe.

Mbappe was officially confirmed as their new player by the LaLiga giants last month.

The 25-year-old joins as a free agent after leaving Paris Saint-Germain this summer.

Ancelotti has now said he told the France captain two things.

“Two things: First, I gave him a warm welcome, because the reception from Real Madrid and the fans was exceptional,” he said.

“Second, I told him to rest, to go on vacation because it’s a very long season for players.”

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I Spent Endless Nights Dreaming About Real Madrid – Mbappe

Kylian Mbappe has spoken about his dream of joining Real Madrid.
According to him, he had desired to play for the Spanish giants since childhood.

The France forward, 25, signed a five-year deal at the club in July after the expiry of his Paris St-Germain contract.

His presentation was delayed due to France’s involvement at Euro 2024, where they were knocked out at the semi-final stage by Spain.
But, speaking to a crowd of over 80,000 spectators at the Bernabeu, Mbappe told supporters he had dreamt of the moment he could call himself a Real Madrid player.
“I spent endless nights dreaming about one day playing for Real Madrid and today I am one happy guy,” said Mbappe.
“My family are so happy here, I can see my mum crying.
 
“It’s an incredible day for me, I’ve dreamt of this day since I was a kid and this day means a lot to me.
Mbappe, who was kitted out in the club’s new home kit and addressed spectators in Spanish, was introduced to the crowd by club president Florentino Perez.
Speaking to Mbappe before the Frenchman spoke to the crowd, Perez said: “The love that you felt for Real Madrid, and you identifying with this club since your childhood, made it possible for you to be here and to overcome those obstacles on the way to your dream.”
 
For Perez, Mbappe’s arrival was a long time in the making and comes three years after Real failed with a £137m offer for the World Cup winner.
PSG accepted a world record bid of £259m from Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal in 2023, but Mbappe rejected the move as it became apparent that he wanted to move to the Bernabeu.
Mbappe, who was offered a contract extension by the French club, was left out of PSG’s pre-season tour as a result but he was eventually reintegrated by manager Luis Enrique.
The forward left PSG having scored 256 goals in 308 appearances.
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I’ll Give My Life For Real Madrid – Mbappe Vows

Real Madrid’s summer signing, Kylian Mbappe has made a vow to fans of the club.
He vowed to give his life for the Spanish La Liga champions.

The France captain stated this at his official presentation as a Real Madrid player on Tuesday in Spain.

Mbappe also branded Real Madrid as the greatest club in the history of football.
 
“My dream now is to measure up to this club, the best club in the world,” the former Paris Saint-Germain forward said.
“I will give my life for this club and this crest.
 
“I’m proud to belong to the club of my dreams and the greatest club in the history of football.”‘
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Transfer: Real Madrid Confirm Date For Mbappe’s Unveiling, Shirt Number

Spanish football powerhouse, Real Madrid has revealed that Kylian Mbappe will be presented to fans at the Bernabéu on July 16.

The La Liga club also confirmed that Mbappe will wear the No. 9 shirt for Los Blancos.

The France captain will put pen to paper on a five-year contract, after leaving Paris Saint-Germain as a free agent.

This move brings to an end Real’s years-long pursuit of the player.

Madrid fans are expected to pack the 81,000 capacity Bernabéu for Mbappé’s unveiling.

It is expected to be the club’s largest-scale player presentation since the arrival of Cristiano Ronaldo in 2009.

Mbappé and France were eliminated by Spain in the Euro 2024 semi-finals on Tuesday night, with the 25-year-old scoring just one goal in five appearances.

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Premier League: “Everyone is aware of Mbappe’s future” – Liverpool defender Konate Says

In the midst of transfer rumors that link Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe to a move to the Premier League, Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate has stated that he knows where the forward is going.

When Mbappe’s contract expires at the end of the current campaign, he is expected to depart PSG.

The Real Madrid team as well as Premier League teams Liverpool, Arsenal, and Chelsea have been connected to the captain of France.

But when asked about Mbappe and Liverpool connections after Liverpool thrashed Brentford 4-1 in a Premier League match on Saturday, Konate was cited by Canal+ as asking, “In all honesty, do you really think he is coming here?” Everyone is aware of Kylian’s destination.

International colleagues on the France national squad are Konate and Mbappe.

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Transfer: Drama Looms As Mbappe Tells PSG He’ll Not Leave Club Under Any Circumstances

Kylian Mbappe, the world-famous Paris Saint-Germain forward, has told the Parisians he will not leave the club.

 

He said he will not leave the club under any circumstances this summer, Sky Sports News reports.

Mbappe feels let down by PSG’s transfer policy amid reports linking him with a move to Real Madrid.

The France captain will be frozen out of PSG’s squad and will not play for the club until his contract runs out next season.

Meanwhile, PSG is planning for life without Mbappe.

The French Ligue 1 champions also want to set a precedent and send a message to all players, regardless of who they are, that no one is bigger than the club.

Mbappe was recently left out of PSG’s squad for their pre-season as he has so far refused to sign a new contract with the club.

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Transfer: I Want Mbappe At Chelsea – Ex-BBNaija Housemate, Nengi

Reality star, Nengi Rebecca Hampson, has stated that she wishes to see Paris Saint-Germain forward, Kylian Mbappé, join Chelsea club this summer.

The former BBNaija star prayed for a miracle to land the French captain in Stamford Bridge.

“Mbappe to Chelsea in Jesus name,” she tweeted.

PSG are poised to sell Mbappé before the end of the transfer window if he does not sign a contract extension.

The 24-year-old’s contract with PSG will expire next year, and the club does not want to take the risk of him leaving as a free agent next season.

Chelsea are currently in the market for a free-scoring forward ahead of the new season to atone for their poor performance last season.

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Paris Saint-Germain Give Kylian Mbappe Two-Week Ultimatum To Sign New Contract

PSG has given Kylian Mbappe ultimatum to sign a new contract.
According to Paris Saint-Germain, Mbappe must sign a new contract if he wants to stay at club.
PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi said the club will not allow the superstar France striker to walk away on a free transfer in 12 months’ time.
Mbappe, who has long been linked with Liverpool and Real Madrid in recent years, recently told the club he will not be triggering the one-year extension in his contract.
That means the top goalscorer at the 2022 World Cup will be a free agent next summer unless PSG cash in on his services.
Speaking at a press conference to introduce Luis Enrique as the club’s new manager following the sacking of Christophe Galtier, said: that they “want Mbappe to stay” but he “can’t leave for free”.
 
“We want him to stay but he can’t leave for free,” Al-Khelaifi told reporters.
“It was our oral agreement and he had expressed it publicly in an interview. So it’s not debatable. And I was really shocked to learn that he intended to leave for free.
“It’s very disappointing because Kylian is a fantastic boy, a real gentleman, and leaving for free, weakening the biggest French club, it’s not him. When I received this information, I was shocked and disappointed.”
Al-Khelaifi later added: “That’s why he has to decide next week, or at most in two weeks. And if he doesn’t want to sign a new contract, the door is open. It’s like that for him and for everyone else. No one is bigger than the club, no player, not even me. It’s very clear.”
Mbappe, who has scored 212 goals in 260 appearances for PSG rejected a transfer to Madrid last summer  before signing a new deal with PSG, which was initially announced as a three-year contract but which subsequently emerged as a two-year agreement to 2024, with an option of a third year, which he is now refusing to take up.
L’Equipe reporter Loic Tanzi recently indicated that Real Madrid, Liverpool and Man Utd are potential next destinations for Mbappe.
“They have to open the door (to a transfer this summer). In my understanding he will leave because he doesn’t want to renew and his position won’t change and I think PSG’s position won’t change so I think they will open the door (to a transfer) before the end of the market,” Tanzi told BBC World Service.
“The more complicated thing now is to find an agreement with Real Madrid because PSG won’t want to do any gifts to Real and the Spanish club will try for a low price because they will say they don’t want to pay a big amount of money for a player who is out of contract in a year.
 
“I think he wants to go to Real Madrid, but Liverpool is also there for many years as well. They kept contact with the family for many years. And I would add Manchester United because they will have a new project soon under new owners.
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Transfer: It’s Impossible – PSG Issues Warning To Kylian Mbappe Over New Contract

French football powerhouse, Paris Saint-Germain have issued a warning to their striker, Kylian Mbappe.

PSG have again reiterated that Kylian Mbappe must sign a new contract or risk being sold this summer.

Last month, Mbappe wrote a letter to the Ligue 1 champions, making it clear he won’t extend his deal beyond June 2024.

This means that if PSG don’t sell him before next season, they risk losing the France forward on a free transfer.

But the club’s president, Nasser Al-Khelaifi, speaking on Wednesday, stated that Mbappe will not be allowed to run down his deal.

“We do not want him to leave for free in 2024. Our position is clear. If Kylian wants to stay, we want him to stay.

“But he needs to sign a new contract. We don’t want to lose the best player in the world for free. It’s impossible,” Al-Khelaifi said.

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It’s Difficult To Accept Kylian Mbappe As Captain of France When I’m Older – Antoine Griezmann

Antoine Griezmann has stated that it hurts to to see Kylian Mbappe become captain of France national team ahead of him, even though he’s older.
Recall that France coach, Didier Deschamps took the decision after Hugo Lloris’ retirement following the 2022 World Cup.
The decision reportedly took Griezmann by surprise causing rifts in the dressing room. Reports then emerged that the Atletico Madrid forward might retire after the snub.
Now the former Barcelona striker says the move got to him.
Speaking to Telefoot, Griezmann said: “It was hard to take, and tough. I’m 32 and, although I still have the legs, I know I’m reaching the end [of my career].
 
“I had a hard time stomaching it for one or two days.”
Griezmann was left out of France’s 3-0 Euro 2024 qualifying win over Gibraltar, which saw Mbappe get his name on the scoresheet while wearing the captain’s armband once again.
The 32-year-old holds no ill-feeling towards his team-mate, though, as he added: “I’m fully behind our captain Kylian. I won’t change anything, because that’s who I am.”
 
The Atletico forward is set to return to the France starting XI for their next European Championship qualifier against Greece on Monday, June 19. Deschamps’ side are currently sitting top of Group B with maximum points from their first three games.