Kylian Mbappe sends formal letter to Paris Saint-Germian about his future
FootballMessi Ignites a Fiery Conflict With PSG, Gives Kylian Mbappe Brutal Advice
- Lionel Messi has ignited a fiery conflict with PSG
- The 35-year-old has urged Kylian Mbappe to consider his future with the club
- Mbappe has been linked with La Liga giants Real Madrid
Lionel Messi reportedly aimed a potshot at Paris Saint-Germain before departing for Inter Miami with brutal advice to now-former teammate Kylian Mbappe.
During his two-year stint at PSG, Lionel Messi left a bittersweet impact, amassing an impressive 67 goal contributions in 75 appearances. While his time at the club brought domestic success, his aspirations for European glory remained unfulfilled, leaving both the Argentine superstar and the passionate PSG fanbase with a hint of disappointment.
As Messi bid farewell to PSG amidst criticism from fans, reports emerged suggesting that he advised Kylian Mbappe, his former teammate, to contemplate a departure from the club.
According to Defensa Central, Messi allegedly encouraged Mbappe to pursue his dream of becoming a Golden Ball winner by considering a move to either Real Madrid or Barcelona.
“I prefer that you go to Barca. But if you want to go to Madrid, do it. You deserve a real winning project,” Messi said, as quoted by GOAL.
With Mbappe's contract entering its final stages, speculation has intensified regarding his future at Parc des Princes. The 24-year-old has been heavily linked with a potential transfer to Real Madrid, adding further fuel to the already buzzing transfer rumours.
Hefty price tag for Mbappe
Meanwhile, Real Madrid will have to break their current transfer record if they insist on signing wantaway French forward, Kylian Mbappe from Paris Saint-Germain this summer, Sports Brief reported.
The 24-year-old French forward has been a key target for Los Blancos, with the club's president, Florentino Perez, confident they will sign the 2022 World Cup Golden Boot winner soon.
PSG has slapped a €200 million price tag on Mbappe as they try to offload the disgruntled star, who still has one year left on his current deal.
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Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Mbappe took a swipe at PSG over their underwhelming performances in a bombshell interview.
The 24-year-old has slammed the decision to allow Lionel Messi to move on as the striker looks to leave Parc des Princes on a free transfer in 2024.
Mbappe also revealed his stance on Messi's departure after just two years in the French capital, with the 35-year-old set to join MLS outfit Inter Miami.