The ongoing saga between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Kylian Mbappé continues to unfold with new legal developments. Despite their contract ending on June 30, both parties are now engaged in a legal battle over unpaid salaries and bonuses. According to L'Equipe, which has been confirmed by multiple sources, the French national team captain has issued a formal notice to his former club, demanding 100 million euros for unpaid salaries and bonuses.
The conflict dates back to last summer when Mbappé informed PSG of his decision not to extend his contract, which was valid until June 30, 2024. Following this, he was excluded from the club's Asian tour, only to be reinstated later after promising PSG president Nasser al-Khelaïfi that his departure would not financially harm the club. This arrangement included a financial agreement worth around 55 million euros.
Despite earlier agreements, PSG failed to pay Mbappé's salary for April and May, as well as his loyalty bonus for February. This non-payment has led Mbappé's camp to invoke Article 259 of the Ligue de Professional Football, which mandates that salaries must be paid by the last day of each month. The striker has also notified the Professional Football League (LFP) about the unpaid dues.
The legal dispute could escalate quickly if negotiations fail. Initially, the non-payment was linked to an agreement made in the summer of 2023, where Mbappé waived part of his bonuses. However, conflicting reports suggest that this decision was made unilaterally by the club without informing Mbappé. The total amount in dispute is around 100 million euros, including salaries and bonuses.
Both parties had previously indicated that they had reached an agreement at the start of the year, with Mbappé waiving part of his bonuses. However, tensions have resurfaced, and the striker is now seeking the full amount owed to him. The final agreement had included a salary of 72 million euros gross annually, a signing bonus of 150 million euros payable in three installments, and a loyalty bonus that increased each year.
- This legal battle highlights the complexities and tensions that can arise in high-stakes football contracts. Mbappé's case is particularly significant given his status as one of the world's top players and the financial implications for both him and PSG.
- The resolution of this dispute will be closely watched by the football community, as it could set a precedent for future contract negotiations and disputes. Both parties are currently in a negotiation phase, and the LFP legal commission has not yet been contacted.
- As the situation develops, it will be interesting to see how PSG and Mbappé navigate this legal challenge and what impact it will have on their respective futures. For now, the football world waits to see if a resolution can be reached or if the matter will proceed to court.
