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PSG FACES COSTLY BATTLE AFTER KYLIAN MBAPPé SEEKS GIGANTIC COMPENSATION CLAIM

The legal battle between PSG and Kylian Mbappé is in a Paris labour court. The player is claiming £232m from the club, while PSG is countersuing for £211m over his free transfer to Real Madrid and a collapsed Al-Hilal deal.

PSG Faces Costly Battle After Kylian Mbappé Seeks Gigantic Compensation Claim
Mbappe won six Ligue 1 titles and three French Cups in his seven years at PSG

The protracted conflict between Paris Saint-Germain and Kylian Mbappe reached a Paris labour court on Monday, with both sides requesting enormous compensation fees from one another over a number of concerns. The former is requesting £232 million from his former club.

For an incredible £166 million, the Parisian team acquired the forward from Monaco in 2017, and the two continued to have a fruitful seven-year association. Alongside players like Lionel Messi and Neymar, Mbappe led the line with 256 goals in 308 appearances, helping the team win 15 titles.

However, with the French international's free transfer to Real Madrid in 2024, the relationship between the two parties only got worse. When Mbappe was in the last year of his contract at the Parc des Princes in July 2023, the two began to have problems. He later claimed that he had been frozen out of the team after turning down a move to Al-Hilal, a Saudi Pro League team, and refusing to sign a contract extension.

The 26-year-old reportedly agreed with club president Nasser Al-Khelaifi to forgo €55 million in bonus payments the following month after missing the team's preseason tour and season opener. This would allow him to depart on a free transfer and safeguard the club's finances. However, he gave his team instructions to seek money after he left the club. Additionally, even though PSG was mandated to pay him the money, they challenged the Ligue de Football Professionnel's (LFP) directive to do so in September 2024.


Both Mbappe and PSG are looking for sums.


Mabppe's camp has disagreed with PSG's belief that there was an agreement between the two parties to forego some of his end-of-contract payments. They have therefore brought the matter before the Labour Court, alleging that the disagreement and the club's attitude have caused him to be due £232 million in damages.

The club, however, is also requesting damages because they feel they should be compensated for the unsuccessful attempt to transfer to Al-Hilal, which would have generated €300 million (£259 million). They contend that Mbappe "behaved disloyally by hiding for about eleven months, between July 2022 and June 2023, his choice not to renew his contract" and that he violated "legally obligatory contractual duties."

The club has also denied the former player's allegations of "harassment or pressure." As a result, they are demanding €240 million (£211 million) from Mbappe in compensation for lost transfer fees, harm to the club's reputation, and breach of contract.

It will take the tribunal a few weeks to make a verdict. A decision is anticipated on December 16th.

GAVI VALUED AT £62M AS PSG PLAN SUMMER PURSUIT

PSG are reportedly ready to reignite their interest in Barcelona midfielder Gavi next summer. The French giants failed with a €60m bid previously but remain determined to sign the Spanish international.

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PSG plan summer move for £62m Barcelona midfielder transfer target - Photo Credit: Getty Images

Next summer, Paris Saint-Germain is reportedly prepared to rekindle its interest in Barcelona midfielder Gavi.

During the summer transfer window of next year, Paris Saint-Germain is apparently prepared to rekindle its interest in Barcelona midfielder Gavi.

Gavi joined Barcelona at the age of eleven and advanced through the club's development squads until making his first-team debut in the first few games of the 2021–22 season.

In his 155 appearances for the Catalan team, the 21-year-old has scored 10 goals and provided 18 assists. Earlier this year, he inked a new contract at Camp Nou that would keep him there until 2030.

However, throughout the summer, there was conjecture about Gavi's future because it was said that PSG had approached him for his services.

The La Liga winners are said to have swiftly rejected the French champions' offer of a package valued at €60 million (£53 million), but only €40 million (£35 million) as a fixed fee.

Next summer, PSG will "reignite" interest in Gavi.


Spanish media claim that Barcelona informed PSG during the summer that Gavi's asking price was €70 million (£62 million), with no wiggle room, and Luis Enrique's team refused to accept that sum.

Enrique is reportedly committed to bringing him to the French capital for the 2026–2027 season, while PSG is reportedly getting ready to rekindle its interest next summer.

Due to a major knee injury that required surgery to repair, Gavi has only made two appearances for Barcelona this season. He has been out since the end of August.

PSG is rumoured to be planning to move for the midfield player at the end of the season, but it is unlikely that he will return to the field until at least February.

With 42 appearances across all competitions, three goals, and two assists last season, Gavi—a talented football player—was an essential member of the Catalan team.

It would be surprising if Barcelona allowed Gavi to leave for that sum, as €70 million (£62 million) does not seem like a lot for a player of his age and calibre. However, if PSG is willing to make a sizable offer, Hansi Flick's team will have a choice.

Although Gavi has an incredible talent, his injury issues are concerning. From November 2023 to September 2024, the midfielder missed 58 games for Barcelona and Spain because of a major knee injury.

PSG POISED TO OFFER DEAL FOR REAL DAYOT UPAMECANO

PSG are targeting Bayern Munich's Dayot Upamecano as their next major French signing. The defender's contract talks are stalled, potentially allowing a 2026 free transfer with Real Madrid also interested.

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PSG To Approach Real Madrid Target - Photo Credit: Getty Images

In recent transfer windows, PSG has made it clear that they are concentrating on acquiring elite French players, as evidenced by the addition of Bradley Barcola, Désiré Doué, and Lucas Chevalier.

As the team attempts to strengthen its defence, it appears that strategy will continue. Ibrahima Konaté of Liverpool has been mentioned as a possible target, but PSG may decide to focus on another well-known French centre defender instead.

PSG has apparently expressed interest in Dayot Upamecano of Bayern Munich, who is contracted through the 2025–2026 campaign. According to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, the team is keeping a careful eye on Upamecano's circumstances.

If Upamecano decides not to extend his contract with Bayern, Romano hinted that a move would be feasible in the summer of 2026, possibly permitting a free transfer.

Though intense interest from other top European teams could make any deal challenging, PSG would probably view him as a crucial defensive reinforcement if he became a free agent.


PSG Is Prepared to Lead the Way in Dayot Upamecano

 
If Upamecano decides not to extend his Bayern contract, PSG intends to make an offer to him, according to Fabrice Hawkins of RMC Sport. The player's representatives have also been contacted by Real Madrid. Upamecano's team and Bayern are still negotiating, but no agreement has been reached.

After 2026 starts, Upamecano will have the freedom to initiate pre-contract negotiations with other clubs. The French defender may possibly decide on his next course of action before the FIFA World Cup starting in the summer of next year.

When asked if he plans to have his future decided by the World Cup, Upamecano said, "I hope so," to L'Equipe (via Paris Fans). It is being handled by my agency. We will make the correct choice. I am receiving wise counsel. My season, club, and national team ambitions are my main priorities. I am not thinking about that at the moment.

The defender also talked about his present circumstances with Bayern Munich and whether he envisions himself playing for PSG in France.

Upamecano continued, "I have always maintained I feel pleased at Bayern." "My coach is fantastic. I have a good relationship with my teammates. Bayern has a deal with me. I have objectives. If clubs are interested in me, I would be really appreciative.

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