What's happened
Kylian Mbappé is set to join Real Madrid on a record-breaking deal after informing Paris Saint-Germain of his decision to leave this summer.
Why it matters
The transfer of Kylian Mbappé to Real Madrid on a record-breaking deal is significant as it marks the departure of PSG's main star and the beginning of a new era of uncertainty for the club.
What the papers say
The Times reports that Mbappé will secure a world-record signing-on fee of about £128 million after tax when he joins Real Madrid this summer. The article also mentions that Mbappé will be taking a pay cut in Spain. France 24 provides additional details about Mbappé's departure from PSG and his negotiations with Real Madrid. The article highlights the blow to PSG and the club's agreement with Mbappé to waive bonuses amounting to around 60 to 70 million euros. The Times also discusses potential replacements for Mbappé at PSG, including Marcus Rashford and Victor Osimhen.
How we got here
Kylian Mbappé has informed Paris Saint-Germain of his decision to leave the club at the end of the season when his contract expires. His future has been the subject of speculation for a while, and he has been heavily linked with a move to Real Madrid.
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Paris Saint-Germain Football Club, commonly referred to as Paris Saint-Germain, Paris SG, or simply Paris or PSG, is a French professional football club based in Paris. They compete in Ligue 1, the top division of French football.
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Kylian Mbappé Lottin is a French professional footballer who plays as a forward for Ligue 1 club Paris Saint-Germain and the France national team.
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Real Madrid Club de Fútbol, commonly referred to as Real Madrid, is a Spanish professional football club based in Madrid.
Founded on 6 March 1902 as Madrid Football Club, the club has traditionally worn a white home kit since inception.