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Kylian Mbappe announces he will leave Paris St-Germain..

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France striker Kylian Mbappe says he will leave Paris St-Germain at the end of the season.

Mbappe, 25, announced the decision in a video released on his social media, external accounts.

"I’ve always said that I would speak with you when the time comes," Mbappe said.

"It's my last year at Paris St-Germain. I will not extend and the adventure will come to an end in a few weeks."

Mbappe's contract with PSG expires in June and BBC Sport reported in February that he has agreed a deal to join Real Madrid in the summer.

The World Cup winner is PSG's record goal scorer with 255 goals and will play his final home game at the Parc des Princes against Toulouse in Ligue 1 on Sunday at 20:00 BST.

After that PSG have away fixtures at Nice (15th May) and Metz (19th May) before the French Cup final against Lyon at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy in Lille on 25th May.

Paris-born Mbappe, who joined PSG from Monaco for £165.7m in August 2017, said the club helped him "grow as a player" and "grow as a man as well".

He added: "It's a lot of emotions, many years where I had the chance and the great honour to be a member of the biggest French club, one of the best in the world.

"It allowed me to arrive here, to have my first experience in a club with a lot of pressure, to grow as a player of course, by being alongside some of the best in history, some of the greatest champions.

"It's hard and I never thought it would be this difficult to announce that. But I think I needed this, a new challenge, after seven years."

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Mbappe was set to leave PSG on a free transfer at the end of the 2021-22 season but ultimately signed a two-year contract extension, with the option of a further year.

However, after Mbappe told PSG he would not agree to the additional 12 months of the deal, he was not selected for their pre-season tour to Japan last July.

He subsequently refused to meet with representatives of Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal, who made a world record £259m offer for him.

He later returned to first-team training following what PSG said were "very constructive and positive" talks.

Mbappe met PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi on 13th February and told him he was leaving and joining Real.

It was anticipated Mbappe would make an announcement over his future when it was no longer possible for PSG to meet Real in this season's Champions League.

PSG suffered a 2-0 aggregate defeat to Borussia Dortmund in the semi-finals earlier this week as Mbappe struggled to make an impact in both legs of the tie.

Mbappe acknowledged in his video message he was "not the most demonstrative player" and "hasn't always lived up to the love" PSG fans gave him.

"PSG is a club that never leaves anyone indifferent. We can love it or hate it and I made the choice of loving it and I did for seven years," Mbappe said.

"I do not regret, at any moment, signing with this prestigious club. It is a club I will keep in my memory my entire life."

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BBC Sport understands Mbappe is set to sign a five-year deal with Real.

He is set to earn £12.8m (15m euros) a season, plus a £128m (150m euros) signing-on bonus to be paid over five years.

He will keep a percentage of his image rights.

Real manager Carlo Ancelotti, who guided the La Liga club to this season's Champions League final at Wembley, has already thought how he will use Mbappe in his team.

England midfielder Jude Bellingham playing a deeper role, Brazilian Vinicius Jr playing on the left and Mbappe playing left of centre.

If Croatia midfielder Luka Modric leaves this summer, then Mbappe would inherit the number 10 shirt he wears for France.

Mbappe said the PSG he is set to leave behind is in "great hands".

"Despite everything that can happen on the outside, there are some real club lovers who want to protect it and make it shine and it’s great," he added.

"I won’t be a player any more but I will watch every game. I tried to give the best version of myself during those seven years."



France forward Kylian Mbappe, 25, will be the highest paid player at Real Madrid if he signs for the club following his exit from Paris Saint-Germain. 

Mbappe's departure will save PSG €220m (£189m) despite the striker leaving on a free transfer.

Saturday 25th May 2024 - Coupe de France - The Final - Venue: Decathlon Arena - Stade Pierre-Mauroy

Olympique Lyonnais 1 Paris St-Germain 2

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Kylian Mbappe ended his Paris St-Germain career with a French Cup final win over Lyon as Luis Enrique's side completed the domestic double.

Ousmane Dembele headed in PSG's opener from Nuno Mendes' cross at Lille's Stade Pierre-Mauroy.

Fabian Ruiz bundled in their second after his first effort was blocked on the line by Lyon's Irish defender Jake O'Brien.

O'Brien, 23, headed in from Rayan Cherki's corner to give Lyon hope, his fifth goal since his move from Crystal Palace last summer.

France forward Mbappe, 25, leaves as PSG's record goalscorer with 256 goals in 308 games following his 2017 move from Monaco.

He is widely expected to join Real Madrid, ending their eight-year pursuit of the player.

Mbappe won six Ligue 1 titles in his seven years at PSG, plus four French Cups and two League Cups.

He only started two of PSG's final seven league games as Luis Enrique planned for life without him - but did start the cup final.

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France forward Kylian Mbappe says it is a "dream come true" as his long-awaited move to Real Madrid was confirmed, external on Monday evening.

Mbappe, 25, will move to the Bernabeu Stadium on a five-year deal when his Paris St-Germain contract expires on 30th June.

He will earn 15m euros (£12.8m) a season, plus a 150m euro (£128m) signing-on bonus to be paid over five years, and he will keep a percentage of his image rights.

"Nobody can understand how excited I am right now!" Mbappe posted on Instagram.

"A dream come true. So happy and proud to join the club of my dreams."

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French journalist Julien Laurens, speaking about France captain Kylian Mbappe on BBC Radio 5 Live:

"If you look at the France squad and experience, the fact Mbappe is part of that team, and the fact his move was announced to Real Madrid he will be even freer in his head.

"This is the first time he is captain in a big tournament, with Hugo Lloris captain at the last World Cup before retiring from international football.

"When Mbappe was announced as captain, Antoine Griezmann was not too pleased, but Mbappe has not just the talent but the leadership qualities and everything to do well in the Euros.

"We've seen him carry France especially in the World Cup final against Lionel Messi and Argentina.

"He will be looking at this tournament as his first as captain and last before going to Real Madrid. It is such an important summer for him."

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Kylian Mbappe suffers broken nose during France win v Austria..

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Kylian Mbappe suffered a broken nose during France's opening game at Euro 2024 but will not need immediate surgery.

The French Football Federation said a mask will be made for their captain, but it is not yet known if he will play against the Netherlands on Friday.

The 25-year-old forward was forced off during Monday's 1-0 win over Austria after his face hit opponent Kevin Danso's shoulder in the follow-through from an aerial challenge.

He was taken to Dusseldorf hospital where the break was confirmed.

"He has returned to the base camp of the French team," the FFF said.

"He will undergo treatment in the coming days, without undergoing surgery immediately."

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Kylian Mbappe has been pictured in training wearing bandages on his nose after his gruesome injury during France's Euro 2024 opener against Austria.

The superstar was forced off after breaking his nose during a collision with Kevin Danso on Monday night.

Former France team doctor Fabrice Bryand told L'Equipe that Mbappe would be sidelined for 10 days at a minimum - ruling him out of the rest of the group stages.

France later revealed that Mbappe did not require surgery as first thought and would have a mask made for him to ensure he could play.

Mbappe was pictured feeling his nose during the training session but still took part and could be seen striking a shot at goal.

Elsewhere he was in good spirits, clasping his hands and cackling at something amusing.

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Fans will get to see Kylian Mbappe in action for Real Madrid very soon after manager Carlo Ancelotti revealed when the French forward will make his debut.

Mbappe was officially presented to Madrid supporters at the club's Bernabeu Stadium on July 16 following his summer switch from Paris Saint-Germain.

But the former PSG frontman has not since featured in any of Madrid's pre-season friendlies.

He was not named in the matchday squad for Saturday night's 2-1 Clasico defeat by Barcelona in New Jersey and he may also miss Tuesday's exhibition against Chelsea in North Carolina.

Madrid's next game after that will be the UEFA Super Cup final against Atalanta at the Kazimierz Gorski National Stadium in Warsaw on August 14th.

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Ancelotti has said that he expects Mbappe to feature - possibly as a starter - in that contest between the winners of last season's Champions League and the reigning Europa League winners.

'Mbappe can obviously play in the Super Cup from the start,' Ancelotti told Mundo Deportivo. 'Jude Bellingham too and others. They are prepared, they have followed a plan and will all play.'

Mbappe won 15 trophies during his seven seasons as a PSG player but he was unable to win a continental title with the French giants.

However, Mbappe could well win the first European title of his club career in his very first game for Madrid.

Kylian Mbappe faces daunting Real Madrid task immediately as third Galactico era begins..By Simon Bird, Football Writer

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Kylian Mbappe kicks off the Galactico era Mark 3 on Wednesday night (14.08.2024) as he pulls on a Real Madrid shirt - alongside Jude Bellingham.

The France superstar has already eclipsed the long, expensive and illustrious list of Galactico recruits off the pitch.

His new No.9 shirt is reported to have sold twice as many as his hero Cristiano Ronaldo ’s did when the Portuguese joined Real in 2009.

But will he do it on the pitch and keep Madrid at No.1 in Europe and the most alluring club in the world?

The journey starts in the UEFA Super Cup against Atalanta, and he’s been passed fit.

Mbappe heralds the third era of peak-career, must-have signings to put the fantasy into football at the Bernabeu.

The term was coined in the 2000s when president Florentino Perez blew rivals out of the waters with mega-money, out-of-this-world, bids for the latest hot property.

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In the Gym with Jude Bellingham.

Sunday 18th August 2024 - Mallorca 1-1 Real Madrid

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Kylian Mbappe had a low-key introduction to La Liga after failing to score on his league debut for Real Madrid, who were held to a 1-1 draw at Mallorca.

The France captain scored on his debut for the club in Wednesday's 2-0 Uefa Super Cup win over Atalanta.

But the summer signing from Paris St-Germain failed to get off the mark in domestic football.

Rodrygo curled home a fine opener from Vinicius Jr's backheel to give Carlo Ancelotti's side the lead.

But Vedat Muriqi equalised with a header from Dani Rodriguez's cross.

Madrid defender Ferland Mendy was sent off deep into injury time for a lunge on Muriqi.

Mbappe, PSG's record goalscorer and six-time Ligue 1 Golden Boot winner, had chances for Madrid. He flashed a shot just wide as well as forcing keeper Dominik Greif into a save with his legs.

This was the first time the 25-year-old World Cup winner had played a league game outside France after starting his career with Monaco.

PSG are refusing to pay Kylian Mbappe £46m in unpaid wages and bonuses despite LFP ruling - with explosive saga now set to be settled in court..by Daniel Davis

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PSG have refused to pay Kylian Mbappe £46m in unpaid wages despite being ordered to do so

PSG have refused to pay Kylian Mbappe £46m in unpaid wages despite being ordered to do so - with the explosive saga now set to be settled in court.

The club were told to fork out €55m (£46m) - a figure including missing bonuses as well as wages from the forward's seven-year spell in Paris - by the LFP, French professional football's governing body, but have confirmed they will not follow the ruling.

Mbappe is thought to have contacted UEFA last month over the salary dispute.

He was initially meant to receive a hefty signing bonus in February and is attempting to also claw back the last three months of his wages at the club.

The disagreement stems from his acrimonious departure from the Parc des Princes earlier in the summer and whether he would be able to leave on a free transfer.

'Given the limits of the legal scope of the committee to make a complete decision on this case, the case must now be contested before another jurisdiction, to which PSG will be happy to present all the facts in the months and years to come,' the club said.

Reports previously indicated that PSG had refused to pay Mbappe his wages in an effort to save a promised loyalty bonus written into his extension in 2022.

Regardless, the LFP's legal commission ordered the club to hand over the full amount a day after Mbappe rejected a mediation offer to resolve the dispute.

Mbappe, the captain of the French national side, joined Real Madrid earlier in the summer. His departure came after years of reported disputes with PSG.

Since his move to Spain, the ace has made five appearances for the LaLiga title holders, scoring his debut goal against Atalanta in the UEFA Super Cup and winning his first trophy at the club. He has scored twice in the league to date.

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Mbappe left the French club in September to join Real Madrid after seven years in Paris