Paris St-Germain’s prolific striker Kylian Mbappé has confirmed his intention to join Real Madrid in the upcoming summer transfer window. The French captain’s decision comes as his contract with PSG nears its end in June, signaling a significant move in European football.

“I have informed PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi of my decision to leave and join Real Madrid,” Mbappe stated, emphasizing his desire for clarity on his future before March. His departure marks the end of a remarkable chapter with PSG, where he became the club’s all-time leading scorer with 244 goals.

While Mbappe’s move to Real Madrid is imminent, the formalization of the deal is pending the expiration of the current Champions League campaign. Real’s manager, Carlo Ancelotti, has already strategized Mbappe’s integration into the team, envisioning a dynamic role for the French star alongside established talents like Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Jr.

The terms of Mbappe’s contract with Real Madrid outline a five-year deal with a substantial annual salary of 15 million euros. Additionally, a substantial signing-on bonus of 150 million euros spread over five years underscores the magnitude of the transfer. Mbappe’s contract negotiations also include provisions for retaining a percentage of his image rights, indicative of his stature as a global football icon.

With Mbappe’s departure, PSG faces the challenge of reshaping its roster for the future. Despite the disappointment of losing a key player, PSG remains competitive, leading Ligue 1 by a considerable margin and holding a promising position in the Champions League.

Mbappe’s journey from Monaco to PSG and now to Real Madrid marks a remarkable rise in his career trajectory. His decision to depart PSG follows a period of negotiation and deliberation, highlighted by a contract extension offer that ultimately failed to materialize