BREAKING NEWS: Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Kylian Mbappe move to Liverpool is almost a done deal. The PSG star is officially negotiating with with Liverpool regarding a free transfer switch in the summer after announcing that he’s preferred destination will be the Premier League and Liverpool are pushing hard to secure his signing. Liverpool is seen as a strong contender to secure Kylian Mbappe’s signature, primarily because of their enduring interest and Real Madrid’s deemed “counterproductive” tough negotiating approach.
Given Real Madrid's "counterproductive" hard-ball strategy and Liverpool's long-standing interest in Mbappe, the latter is thought to be a serious contender to sign the player.
“The PSG standout is now in a position to officially engage in negotiations with interested clubs for a potential free transfer switch in the upcoming summer. Regrettably, the French powerhouse failed to sway Mbappe into extending his contract before the onset of the January transfer window, consequently risking the loss of their prized asset without compensation.
Nevertheless, Mbappe displays no urgency in reaching a decision and hasn’t displayed any strong inclination to depart. Conversely, individuals within PSG hold a steadfast belief that he will eventually commit to a prolonged contract, thereby concluding the protracted two-year-long transfer saga.
Real Madrid, fervently pursuing Mbappe, purportedly established a deadline in mid-January for the 25-year-old to conclusively determine his future. Nonetheless, prevailing belief suggests he won’t yield to pressure, likely deferring his resolution until the arrival of spring.
As per Le Parisien, Real Madrid’s unyielding stance is counterproductive, inadvertently creating an opportunity for other intrigued clubs to enter the fray. Enter Liverpool – an entity with a longstanding admiration for the 25-year-old. Jurgen Klopp personally endeavored to enlist the services of the Monaco prodigy back in 2017, albeit without success.
With Mbappe’s contract on the cusp of expiration, Liverpool discerns a potential opening to make a decisive move. Real Madrid’s misstep with the deadline coupled with lingering uncertainties around PSG’s capability to secure the Champions League title suggests that this juncture might be Liverpool’s most opportune moment to make a bid.
Acknowledging the slim likelihood of a successful transfer, Liverpool remains undeterred, reportedly being labeled as “the most credible and formidable candidate” capable of posing a substantive threat to PSG’s position.
Mbappe holds appreciation for Klopp’s enduring admiration and contemplates the potential departure of Mohamed Salah to Saudi Arabia during the summer, envisioning an opportunity to assume the mantle of the club’s undisputed star player.”
