Let it go. Currently, Kylian Mbappé, who is 25 years old, will not be representing PSG at the Parque de Los Príncipes. Last night, the French star’s retirement was completed with a mournful farewell from the entity and a far more lively gesture from the Parisian ultras.
The loss of Mbappé is devastating for the French capital. Players of his caliber are now in short supply, therefore his departure is seen as a huge blow to the entity’s athletic department. Nonetheless, the club’s main floor is encircled by a pleasant and economically sound attitude. Financial considerations alone will ease the football community’s grief over his leaving.
The figures are quite substantial, and PSG is already crunching them. Prior to delving into the mathematical procedures, it is important to note the club’s historically and seasonally disproportionate spending on keeping Kylian Mbappé to represent the Qatari entity’s interests. There will be no more exorbitant expense once the athlete completes his agreement with Real Madrid. The departure of Mbappé will result in a savings of over 200 million euros for the club.
Here is how the breakdown is made. Based on what Relevo has gathered, PSG has not paid the 80 million euros loyalty incentive that was agreed upon for this season’s players. The reason behind this is the gentleman’s agreement that Mbappé and Al-Khelaifi struck, which allowed the Bondy native to escape the ‘undesirables’ (a word used in Paris to describe the footballers let go by PSG every season).
The footballer’s salary would need to be added to this sum. After renewing his contract in 2022, Mbappé now earns 72 million euros annually. Now that the numbers are out in the open, the sum is more than 150 million. The club saves around 200 million; how can you get your hands on them? First, there are the French star’s contractually agreed-upon bonuses and personal goals. Earning the Ballon d’Or, leading Ligue 1 in goals scored, assists, and trophies… Relevo is mum on the exact figures, but the savings would more than cover PSG’s second-highest paid employee’s wage.
A portion of the 130 million euros transfer bonus he received in 2022 for leaving Real Madrid remains unclaimed by the player, it should be mentioned last but not least. It would be less than the yearly pay but more than the individual goals. After all is said and done, the City of Light will save two hundred million dollars, which would be put back into this transfer market.
Plans of PSG
With the transfer market just getting going, it would be bold to discuss proper names, but PSG has a clear plan. Individuals engrossed in the organizing of sporting events guarantee that reinforcements will arrive, come from inside, and that they will become famous.
All of the lines in the tactical system, with the exception of goal, have the potential to get new members. Defense teams prioritize youthful center backs that can exhibit their skills to a worldwide level. The club’s scouts are always making rounds to the top European stadiums in search of the ideal applicant. We previously detailed our interest in Leny Yoro, who has Real Madrid as his top priority, on Relevo. However, we are still considering other alternatives.
Only the first level in the midfield would get reinforcements. The club thinks they have the midfield covered, thanks to Xavi Simons’ decision, but they are open to adding a player if the possibility presents itself. At the very top of the lineup is where the hornet’s nest is most active. The loss of Mbappé has created an extremely difficult-to-fill void. In addition to Dembélé’s probable disciplinary action, we may see the arrival of a goal-scoring striker and, perhaps, another unconventional wide player.
Despite this, the French capital remains serene. There is no need to rush now that Kylian Mbappé’s choice and farewell have already been announced. Getting the French Cup trophy in hand will allow us to move on to season planning.
