Real Madrid has set a deadline for Paris Saint-Germain striker Kylian Mbappe to decide on his future. The France international joined PSG from Monaco in 2018 and has been linked with a move to Real Madrid for many years. The most recent transfer turmoil occurred in the summer, when PSG put Mbappe on the list, believing he had agreed to a free move to Real Madrid in 2024. However, Mbappe did not have much interest in joining Al Hilal FC in the Saudi Pro League, and he was eventually re-included in Luis Enrique's PSG squad.
Despite his intention to stay at the club for the 2023-24 season, his long-term future at the Parc des Princes remains uncertain. With Mbappe approaching the final six months of his contract, he will be able to negotiate pre-contract agreements with other clubs for January 1 next year. According to The Athletic, Real Madrid are ready to rekindle their interest in the 25-year-old, but they have given him a deadline to decide on his future. According to the report, Real Madrid want to know in mid-January whether Mbappe intends to join them for free next summer. Real Madrid are determined to learn from their mistakes in the summer of 2022, when they thought they would sign the striker, only to sign PSG on a new contract. Although Carlo Ancelotti's side are still looking to sign the France international, the deal could be different from the one they offered in 2022 due to the cost of the refurbishment work at the Bernabeu.
Real Madrid are also considering controlling their salary bills, which could force Mbappe to lower his salary expectations if he wants to complete a move to the Spanish capital. Carlo Ancelotti has agreed to extend his contract until 2026 and is keen to bring the 2018 World Cup winner to the club, but there is a feeling in Paris that their star player may opt for an extension with the club. The defending Ligue 1 champions believe Real Madrid are unable to offer the financial solution that Mbappe is currently seeking. Despite doubts about his PSG future, Mbappe continues to play a dominant role on the pitch, scoring 21 goals in his 22 appearances this season.
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