Real Madrid will reach out to Kylian Mbappe in the first week of January to confirm his willingness to sign with them once his contract with PSG expires on 30 June. They had agreed to communicate again in January, just as they did with David Alaba three years ago. If the response is positive, they will close the deal and sign the contract as soon as possible. Mbappe is free to negotiate and sign with another club as he is in the last six months of his contract with PSG. The contractual documents have been prepared since May 2022, with the same terms of a salary of 26 million net per year and a signing bonus of 130 million euros. Real Madrid will not change these conditions and will not compete with the astronomical figures that PSG are paying him. If Mbappe refuses to sign, Real Madrid will close the door on ever signing him. Although the scenario may seem similar to a year and a half ago, Real Madrid no longer believe signing him is a priority or even as imperative a need.
Having a plan B gives them peace of mind when approaching a conversation with Mbappe. The explosion of Jude Bellingham has contributed to this, with ‘Transfermarkt’ valuing him at 180 million euros alongside Mbappe and Haaland. Bellingham’s rapid rise to the top level of world football in just five months speaks to the club’s belief that he will make a significant impact with his goals, footballing quality, character, and leadership. Real Madrid is also counting on the consolidation of Vinicius, Rodrygo’s evolution as a striker, and the potential of young Endrick. While they will try to sign Mbappe, they are not willing to do so at any cost, and with the certainty that Haaland wants to play for Real Madrid in the future, the club is in no rush.
