World surprise, thanks to Bellingham, Mbappe could be close to signing for Liverpool

The clock has started ticking for Kylian Mbappé, who, as of 1 January, is free to negotiate and sign for any club other than Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). This announcement marks the start of a new chapter in the career of the talented French striker and guarantees months of speculation and rumours about his next destination. Mbappé's decision not to renew his contract with PSG after June 2024 was known in the middle of last year.

However, the tension between the player and the club has eased, and the relationship between Kylian Mbappé and PSG boss Nasser Al Khelaïfi appears to have strengthened. Although Mbappé reportedly waived part of his 'loyalty' bonuses, calm has returned to the relationship, and PSG no longer appear to be solely reliant on their star player. The club's board are beginning to consider the possibility of life without the No7, pointing out that they are not dependent on a single player.

Despite reports of Mbappé's gargantuan salary, PSG are not planning an upward bid and suggest a potential split would open up new investment prospects for the club. The possibility of retaining the superstar after the departures of Messi and Neymar remains an option. On the sporting front, PSG's qualification to the last 16 of the Champions League will see them face Real Sociedad, which could influence the decision of Mbappé, who is looking to add the Champions League to his trophy cabinet. With Real Madrid and Liverpool as possible destinations, the Spanish press have stepped up the campaign for Mbappé to join the Santiago Bernabeu.

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However, with the recent arrival of young talent Jude Bellingham at Real Madrid, it raises the question of whether there is room for two superstars at the club. Uncertainty over Kylian Mbappé's future remains, and football fans around the world will be waiting with anticipation for the next moves in this intriguing transfer window. This would leave the way clear for Liverpool to sign him.