PSG Set to Drop Kylian Mbappe From Squad for Ligue 1 Opener Against Lorient

• Kylian Mbappe could miss PSG's first Ligue 1 match of the new campaign
• PSG will play host to Lorient on Saturday, August 12
• He recently sparked controversy about his future when he was spotted hanging out with Real Madrid star, Rodrygo

Kylian Mbappe's future at Paris Saint-Germain appears increasingly uncertain, with reports suggesting that the club may exclude the Frenchman from their squad ahead of their Ligue 1 opening game.

A standoff has ensued between Mbappe and PSG, as the 24-year-old has chosen not to extend his contract beyond the summer of 2024.

While his current contract runs until next year, it includes a one-year extension option that the player has communicated he will not exercise, further complicating the situation.

The club's response to the 2018 World Cup winner's position has been to distance him from the squad during their pre-season preparations for the upcoming campaign.

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Although he was allowed to train with the rest of the team, he is deemed surplus to requirements.

According to a report by RMC Sport via Madrid Zone, there is a possibility that Mbappe could be axed from the squad for PSG's opening game of the 2023-24 Ligue 1 season against Lorient.

In Mbappe's absence, PSG have faced some challenges in their pre-season matches, securing only one win out of four. However, Neymar's return has provided a boost, helping the club get back to winning ways with a convincing 3-0 victory over Jeonbuk from Japan.

The situation remains delicate, and the uncertainty surrounding Mbappe's status has created a difficult scenario for both the player and the club as they navigate the upcoming season.

Mbappe hangs out with Madrid star

Recently, Mbappe was spotted hanging out with Real Madrid youngster Rodrygo in Sardinia, Italy, raising more questions about his links to Madrid.

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Mbappe has been strongly linked with a move to Madrid. However, Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal submitted a world-record €300 bid for the France captain.

PSG set final Mbappe deadline

During the unveiling of the new coach, Luis Enrique, PSG President, Nasser Al Khelaifi made clear the club’s goal was to resolve Mbappe’s future before July 31, Sports Brief reported earlier.

He specifically stated on July 5 that a solution to the forward’s situation had to be found within 10 days or two weeks at the latest.

With the set ultimatum now exceeded, the French club have set what is believed to be their final deadline to resolve the forward’s future by Tuesday, August 8.