Liverpool in Talks with Kylian Mbappe for Historic Summer Move

In a potentially historic move, Liverpool is actively engaged in negotiations with Kylian Mbappe, aiming to secure what could be their most famous signing of all time. Reports from French outlet L’Equipe reveal that the Premier League giants are currently “in contact” with the 25-year-old forward, who has chosen not to comply with Real Madrid’s stipulations.

Real Madrid had previously extended a contract proposal to Mbappe, setting a mid-January deadline for acceptance. Unsettled by the imposed timeline and dissatisfied with the less lucrative offer compared to 2022, Mbappe is now leaning towards a move to the Premier League, with Liverpool emerging as the frontrunners in ongoing discussions.

According to the L’Equipe report, direct communication between Jurgen Klopp and Kylian Mbappe is taking place, indicating a longstanding relationship between the two. The mutual admiration suggests Mbappe’s keenness to play under the guidance of the German manager in the future.

As Mbappe enters the final six months of his PSG contract, he is now eligible to engage in talks with clubs outside of France for a potential summer move. The possibility of signing a pre-contract agreement is also on the table, although the French forward’s substantial wage demands, rumored to approach £1 million per week, loom large. This figure nearly triples the current top earner at Liverpool, Mohamed Salah.

While Mbappe is available on a free transfer, PSG remains determined to retain their star player, leveraging past successes in convincing him to extend his tenure at the Parc des Princes. The unfolding negotiations add an intriguing chapter to the potential blockbuster transfer set to captivate football enthusiasts in the coming months.