The Richest Club Held Back Money: Did PSG Really Cheat Mbappe? What a Scandal!

Mbappe has been a Real Madrid player for several months, but his conflicts with PSG continue. Recently, it was revealed that the Parisian club owes him a considerable sum. Kylian has already filed a complaint against PSG, and serious trouble is brewing for the club.

How much does PSG owe Mbappe?

According to Le Monde, the Real Madrid striker demands €55 million from PSG before taxes. This amount includes part of a €36 million signing bonus, three months' salary from his time at the club, and an "ethical bonus."

How much did Mbappe earn at PSG?

L'Equipe reports that at his former club, Mbappe earned €72 million a year, or €6 million per month, making him the highest-paid player in Ligue 1 then. So, as we can see, PSG owes the Frenchman a pretty substantial amount.

What does the conflict with Mbappe mean for PSG: could the club really be disqualified from the Champions League?

According to L'Equipe, the player's representatives contacted PSG's management in June to request payment of the debt. However, the Parisian bosses ignored the request.

As a result, Mbappe's side decided to take stricter measures. The player and his representatives filed a complaint with the Professional Football League's (LFP) legal commission in August. They then submitted a complaint to UEFA via the French Football Federation (FFF) to claim the amount owed by the club.

This turn of events is much more severe. It is noted that if the accusations against PSG are proven, the club could face severe sanctions. In that case, PSG could be banned from making transfers and have their UEFA license revoked, preventing them from participating in European competitions. One of the main conditions for receiving a license is having no outstanding debts to employees.

There has been no official reaction from PSG regarding the scandal yet. However, even without it, the club is clearly in big trouble. PSG will have to pay off their debts quickly to avoid the disgrace of being excluded from the Champions League.

Published by Patrick Jane
20.08.2024