Following productive and positive discussions between Paris Saint-Germain and Kylian Mbappé, the player has been reinstated in the first team for today’s training session, as announced by PSG in an official statement. The reconciliation comes after a tense standoff between Mbappé and the club since June, triggered by an email from the French national team captain expressing his intention to leave at the end of his contract in June 2024 without an extension—an outcome deemed unacceptable by PSG’s leadership.
“We want him to stay; we can say it two or three times. But he cannot leave for free. It is non-negotiable,” declared President Nasser Al-Khelaifi on July 5th. In response, PSG decided to exclude the forward from the first-team squad, leading to his absence during the pre-season tour of Japan and South Korea. He was also not included in the lineup for the Ligue 1 opener against Lorient, which ended in a 0-0 draw.
Despite his absence on the pitch, Mbappé was seen in the Parc des Princes stands, sharing smiles and relaxation alongside the club’s latest signing, French forward Ousmane Dembélé, with whom he achieved a World Cup victory in 2018 as part of the national team.
The resolution reflects the club’s desire to mend the strained relationship and reintegrate Mbappé into the team. The amicable resolution signifies a step forward, highlighting the significance of open dialogue and understanding between the player and the club’s management.
As the training sessions resume, all eyes will be on how Mbappé’s return will influence the team dynamics and the forthcoming matches. The outcome represents a collective effort to bridge differences and reaffirms the club’s commitment to its players’ professional development while upholding its values and contractual obligations.