Real Madrid concede defeat in pursuit of Mbappe

 

Real Madrid are resigned to the fact Kylian Mbappe will not leave Paris Saint-Germain this summer, claims L'Equipe.

 

Mbappe has been heavily linked with a move to Madrid ever since exploding onto the scene during his time at Monaco.

 

PSG beat their Spanish counterparts to Mbappe's signature in the summer of 2017 but Zinedine Zidane's side have been linked with a move ever since.

 

The Spanish giants are desperate to bolster their offensive options for next season and Mbappe was at the top of their wish list, with Erling Haaland and Timo Werner considered alternatives.

 

Real Madrid concede defeat in pursuit of Mbappe

 

 

However, Madrid have suffered an early blow with Mbappe almost certainly set to stay at PSG for at least one more season.

 

Mbappe is regarded as the heir the throne as the world's best player, currently occupied by Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

 

The 21-year-old has endured an injury-hit campaign but has still managed to play a direct hand in 23 goals in 20 league appearances (18 goals, 5 assists).