Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) faces the looming threat of a Champions League ban following allegations of unpaid wages made by former star Kylian Mbappe. The French forward, who transferred to Real Madrid earlier this year after a notable seven-year run with PSG, has reported the club to the French Professional Football League (LFP) and UEFA for a significant sum that he claims is owed to him from his final contract year.
Reports indicate that Mbappe is still owed approximately £46.8 million, which encompasses three months of unpaid wages and a £30.6 million signing bonus that was supposed to be disbursed in February. In addition, he is pursuing an ‘ethical bonus’ as compensation for the delayed payments.
Mbappe initially issued a formal notice to PSG over the summer, but after a lack of resolution, he has chosen to escalate the matter to the relevant governing bodies. The ramifications for PSG could be substantial, with potential penalties ranging from a transfer ban to losing their UEFA license, which would bar them from future Champions League participation.
This development casts a new light on Mbappe’s departure from PSG, which was thought to be on amicable terms. During his time in Paris, he garnered six Ligue 1 titles but was ultimately unable to secure the elusive Champions League trophy, a driving force behind his move to Real Madrid.
Joining the ranks of Real Madrid enhances Mbappe’s chances of clinching the Champions League title, especially following the club’s impressive achievements last season, where they captured both the La Liga title and the Champions League trophy.
With Mbappe now among elite talents such as Jude Bellingham, Vinicius Jr., and Dani Carvajal, expectations are soaring for the Spanish giants. Should PSG indeed face a Champions League ban, it would mean they would avoid a direct clash with their former star and his new team.
