PSG is ready to let Mbappé go. The team began to change strategy without taking him into account

Real Madrid first displayed interest in Kylian Mbappé back in 2021, initiating several offers to PSG, all of which were rebuffed, even their highest bid of €200 million. Subsequently, in May 2022, the Frenchman extended his tenure with the Parisian club, sealing an agreement until the conclusion of the current season.

Speculations regarding Mbappé's potential move to the Santiago Bernabéu resurfaced in the summer of the preceding year, when Kylian relinquished the bonuses due to him for extending his contract by another year.

Per the latest reports, Real Madrid is poised to make a final attempt to secure the stellar forward and has set a deadline around mid-January. PSG acknowledges the looming probability of their striker moving to the Spanish club and, as reported by The Athletic, the club's hierarchy has begun devising plans and outlining budgets in the event of Mbappé's departure.

The source indicates PSG's persistent desire for Mbappé to remain part of the French champions, retaining hopes of striking another deal with him, but they do not intend to exert undue pressure.

Should Mbappé depart, PSG stands to save approximately €40 million in wages. However, negotiations for an extension with his younger brother Ethan are underway, potentially influencing Kylian's final decision.

With the La Liga transfer window opening tomorrow, Spanish clubs can commence discussions concerning potential player transfers. Mbappé's contract with PSG expires at the culmination of the current season, and if the Frenchman agrees, Real Madrid is expected to reach a preliminary agreement, signing him as a free agent at the season's end.