The ongoing legal battle between French football star Kylian Mbappé and his former club Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is set to intensify. The dispute centers around €55 million, which Mbappé claims PSG owes him in the form of unpaid wages, a signing bonus, and an ethical bonus following his departure to Real Madrid in the summer of 2023.
Mbappé's legal team has taken the matter to the French football league's legal commission, seeking intervention in this high-profile case. According to PSG, they had previously requested mediation to resolve the conflict. However, during a meeting with Mbappé's representatives, the option for mediation was rejected, leaving the two sides heading toward a courtroom showdown.
The €55 million dispute covers three months' wages and additional bonuses that Mbappé believes he is entitled to after being sidelined ahead of the 2023-24 season. PSG, however, argues that Mbappé forfeited these bonuses under an agreement made when he chose not to renew his contract with the club. The World Cup-winning forward had already spent seven years at PSG, where he enjoyed unprecedented financial benefits, according to the club’s statement.
Tensions between Mbappé and PSG were already high during his final season with the club, despite signing a lucrative contract in 2022. The forward was reportedly frustrated as PSG failed to fulfill promises to strengthen the squad with key players. Additionally, a misunderstanding over his contract's length — signed until 2024 with an optional year until 2025 — further fueled his discontent.
With no resolution in sight, the case is expected to unfold in court, marking a significant moment in Mbappé’s career and his relationship with PSG.
For updates on the ongoing legal battle between Kylian Mbappé and PSG, stay tuned as this saga develops.
