Despite speculations and narratives suggesting a potential move to Real Madrid in the upcoming weeks, Los Blancos never entertained the option of acquiring the talented striker.
Real Madrid acknowledges the need to monitor Mbappe’s situation and potential team changes in 2024
Kylian Mbappe’s recent announcement regarding his commitment to Paris Saint-Germain until the end of the 2023/24 season did not come as a surprise to many. Despite speculations and narratives suggesting a potential move to Real Madrid in the upcoming weeks, Los Blancos never entertained the option of acquiring the talented striker. While Mbappe’s name did arise during a meeting held by the Real Madrid hierarchy at Valdebebas, he was never included in their list of summer 2023 targets. However, Real Madrid acknowledges the need to monitor Mbappe’s situation and potential team changes in 2024, particularly considering its implications for Karim Benzema and his future at the club.
Real Madrid’s primary target for the upcoming summer is Harry Kane, a pursuit that the club deems highly feasible. Nevertheless, several pieces must fall into place to make this transfer a reality. The club needs to manage the coexistence of two starting centre-forwards, take into account the eventual arrival of Endrick, and consider the presence of Vinicius and Rodrygo.
The French striker genuinely desires to play for Real Madrid
Furthermore, the looming shadow of Mbappe and the possibility of his arrival in the summer of 2024 cast a degree of uncertainty. Real Madrid are determined not to engage in the same negotiation game as before, and Mbappe is well aware of their stance. The principle of not spending a single euro to purchase him from PSG remains steadfast. Suppose Mbappe genuinely desires to play for Real Madrid. In that case, he has seven months to determine his future before he can engage in discussions with other clubs in January as a potential free agent. Contrary to previous claims suggesting his contract is fully guaranteed until 2025, this information has been proven false.
Kylian is well aware of this requirement and understands that he cannot afford to miss a single step in the process
However, before anything else, Mbappe must unequivocally express his desire to join Los Blancos in the summer of 2024. The striker is well aware of this requirement and understands that he cannot afford to miss a single step in the process. Real Madrid intends to avoid relying solely on the final decision of the 2018 World Cup champion and would prefer to have written confirmation months before the 2024 summer transfer window opens. PSG, on the other hand, will likely employ various tactics to renew Mbappe’s contract for another year. However, Real Madrid has no intention of getting entangled in this elaborate game crafted by the French club.
In conclusion, Kylian Mbappe’s decision to stay at Paris Saint-Germain until the end of the 2023/24 season has not surprised many. While Real Madrid has set their sights on other targets, they remain attentive to Mbappe’s situation and potential availability in 2024. The club will not repeat past negotiation strategies and expects clear indications of Mbappe’s desire to join before committing to any future transfer dealings. PSG will likely make efforts to extend his contract, but Real Madrid is determined to avoid getting caught in their web.