Kylian Mbappe spotted in Madrid as speculations grow over his anticipated move to Real Madrid
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Kylian Mbappe and PSG teammate Achraf Hakimi were seen having lunch in Madrid amidst the speculation of him signing a multi-million bumper contract with Real Madrid.
Kylian Mbappe’s entourage was expected to be in Madrid this week to accelerate discussions between club and player and sign a deal that would see the French superstar don a Real Madrid shirt next season.
Spanish media outlet Cope has confirmed that Mbappe is in Madrid now, where he is spending at least the day and is accompanied by former Real Madrid player Achraf Hakimi, as well as Achraf’s brother Nabil. Of course, this does not mean necessarily that Mbappe is in Madrid to negotiate with Real Madrid, but one can make a wild guess.
It has been widely reported by the Spanish media that Mbappe’s decision is done, and the only thing remaining is for PSG to finish their season so that the Frenchman can announce himself as a Real Madrid player. Until then, it is understandable that Mbappe wouldn’t want to announce his future.
Why has Kylian Mbappe to Real Madrid been stalling lately?
The French forward was seemingly close to moving to Madrid, but the move is set to drag out over image rights issues, with PSG reportedly offering better terms in that regard. Image rights are an important factor in a transfer – these affect sponsorship deals and how much players earn from it – and it’s a big deal to a player as marketable as Mbappe.
However, now reports from Spain have emerged that, For the first time in their history, Real Madrid are ready to give a player, Kylian Mbappé, more than 60% of his image rights. Only Cristiano Ronaldo has ever had 60% before.
This will certainly accelerate the deal but the official announcement will most probably be done after the current season comes to an end.
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