Liverpool are preparing to challenge Real Madrid for Kylian Mbappe after opening talks with PSG

Paris Saint-Germain’s decision to put Kylian Mbappe on the transfer list has sent shockwaves across the footballing world. The French giants are determined to sell the 24-year-old this summer, following his refusal to sign a new contract and with his current deal expiring next summer, they do not want to lose their star asset for free. As a result, they have put the World Cup winner up for sale.

Real Madrid are the favourites to sign Mbappe, as they have been pursuing him for a while now. However, they will face stiff competition from Liverpool, who have entered into talks with PSG over a possible deal for the French international.

While Liverpool interest in Mbappe is significant, the fact that they are only offering a loan deal for the player is somewhat surprising. The loan deal would see Mbappe join Liverpool for the 2023-24 season, thereby enabling PSG to generate some funds, while also opening up the possibility of a transfer to Real Madrid next summer.

However, it is highly unlikely that PSG will accept Liverpool’s loan proposal. The French giants are looking for a permanent transfer and are demanding a fee upwards of €200m for the player. A loan deal would not generate enough funds from their perspective, and they would prefer to sell him outright to the highest bidder.

Mbappe is one of the most talented young footballers in the world and has been a key player for PSG since he joined in 2017. He has scored 133 goals in 174 appearances for the club and has won numerous domestic titles with them.

Real Madrid have been long-term admirers of Mbappe, and their pursuit of him has intensified in recent months. The Spanish giants see him as the perfect replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo, who left the club in 2018. Mbappe’s ability to score goals and create chances makes him an ideal fit for Real Madrid’s attacking style of play.

Overall, Mbappe’s potential transfer is one of the biggest stories of this summer’s transfer window. It remains to be seen whether Real Madrid or Liverpool will be able to secure his services, but one thing is for sure: PSG will be looking to get the maximum value for their star player.