Unresolved salary issues keep PSG and Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe in conflict

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The tension between PSG and Kylian Mbappe shows no signs of fading, even months after the French star’s departure.

The issue at hand? A staggering sum of €55.4 million in unpaid salaries and bonuses, a claim that has fueled a heated legal battle between one of football’s most iconic players and his former club.

PSG has been busy lately, with the recent announcement that Khvicha Kvaratskhelia will be joining the Parisian squad and the imminent departure of Randal Kolo Muani to Juventus.

However, attention has now shifted to two major developments: Presnel Kimpembe’s anticipated return to the field and the latest drama unfolding between PSG and Kylian Mbappe.

With the French Football Federation (FFF) and UEFA involved in the mix, the case has become even more complex—and intriguing.


PSG and Kylian Mbappe clash over €55.4m dispute

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While the courtroom drama unfolds, PSG and Kylian Mbappe remain locked in a high-stakes standoff that could set a precedent for future cases.

The dispute began when Kylian Mbappe, after parting ways with PSG last summer, claimed that the club owed him €55.4 million in unpaid salaries and bonuses.

Despite leaving the Parisian club over six months ago, the issue remains unresolved, with both sides turning to legal avenues.

According to L’Equipe, reports indicate that the French Football Federation has not informed UEFA about the alleged debt.

Mbappe’s lawyer, Delphine Verheyden, questioned the FFF’s lack of action in a letter, highlighting the federation’s role as an intermediary in issuing UEFA club licenses for European competitions.

However, the FFF has stated that the matter is still under review as PSG has taken the case to the Paris Judicial Court to challenge rulings previously made against them.

Without an official report from the FFF, UEFA is unlikely to take immediate action against PSG. This delay leaves the case in a state of limbo, frustrating both parties and leaving supporters eager for a resolution.

For PSG, this case is more than a financial dispute—it’s a test of their credibility and handling of high-profile player relations.

“The FFF hasn’t acted because the case isn’t closed,” noted L’Equipe. Meanwhile, the clock is ticking for UEFA to decide if it will intervene.


PSG’s resilience

Ultimately, PSG appears to have emerged victorious, successfully fending off Mbappe’s demands for the unpaid bonuses.

The decision by the LFP reinforces PSG’s stance that these payments were tied to agreements the player did not fulfill.

This outcome represents a symbolic win for PSG, a club that invested heavily in Mbappé over the years but was left without financial returns upon his departure.

While Mbappe has moved on to a new chapter at Real Madrid, this decision cements the end of a turbulent era at PSG and allows the club to move forward with clarity.