In May 2024, Kylian Mbappé announced his departure from PSG after seven years spent in the Parisian jersey. In a video posted on social media, the 25-year-old warmly thanked the club and the supporters. “First of all, I want to say thank you because, without you, I would not have been able to experience half of the emotions that I experienced“, he declared with emotion.
A financial dispute that escalates
But behind these touching farewells, relations are in reality very tense between Kylian Mbappé and PSG. In fact, the footballer is claiming unpaid salaries and bonuses from his former club, amounting to 55 million euros. Recently, the LFP's joint appeals committee ordered PSG to pay this sum within a week.
This financial dispute comes in addition to other problems encountered by Kylian Mbappé, who also faces a charge of rape following a complaint filed in Sweden. Affairs which inevitably tarnish the image of the football star.
The fate of Ethan Mbappé, a bone of contention
However, it was a completely different incident which ignited the powder between Kylian Mbappé and Nasser al-Khelaïfi, the president of PSG. Our colleagues from
The Team reveal that after the announcement of the departure of the French striker, his little brother Ethan, who also played at PSG, was sidelined from the group on instructions from the manager.
Luis Enrique, the club's coach, was even ordered not to include the young player in the squad for the last match of the season. A decision which brought tears to Ethan Mbappé, found collapsed in the locker room by his big brother.
Furious, Kylian Mbappé then had a violent altercation with Nasser al-Khelaïfi to settle scores.
Mixed start at Real Madrid
Since his arrival at Real Madrid this summer, Kylian Mbappé has struggled to find his best level. Despite a few goals scored, the French striker seems less sharp than usual. Critics are starting to be heard, with some observers pointing out his lack of involvement. It must be said that the player is going through a difficult period, between this conflict with PSG and his legal troubles.
It remains to be seen whether the 2018 world champion will shine in his new colors. Real fans are in any case fervently hoping for it!
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