Mbappe's €55.4M Wage Dispute with PSG
Kylian Mbappe's legal team faces challenges as PSG counters in a €55.4 million unpaid wages dispute. Discover how this situation could impact his potential career move to Real Madrid.
2/19/20252 min read
Real Madrid Star Kylian Mbappe Faces Legal Setback in Salary Dispute with PSG
🔥 High-Stakes Legal Battle Between Mbappe and PSG
Kylian Mbappe, one of the world's most talented footballers, has hit a roadblock in his ongoing legal battle with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) over €55.4 million in unpaid wages and bonuses. The French Football Federation (FFF) has refused to hear his appeal, further complicating the matter.
The dispute dates back to Mbappe's final season at PSG in 2023-24, when the French superstar demanded:
€36.6 million in contractual bonuses
€5.75 million per month in salaries owed from April to June 2024
€500,000 per month in ethical bonuses for the same period
Although France’s Professional Football League (LFP) Legal Commission and Joint Commission had ruled in Mbappe’s favor, the FFF’s Appeals Commission declined to take the case, citing a lack of jurisdiction. This decision gives PSG an upper hand in delaying any financial settlement.
Mbappe’s Case: A Timeline of the Legal Dispute
🌟 August 2022: Mbappe signs a two-year contract with PSG, with an option for a third year.
🌟 June 2023: He informs PSG that he will not activate the extension.
🌟 July 2023: PSG claims Mbappe verbally agreed to forfeit his bonuses if he left, but there is no formal contract amendment.
🌟 April 2024 - June 2024: Mbappe’s salary remains unpaid, leading to legal proceedings.
🌟 February 2025: The FFF refuses to hear the case, strengthening PSG’s stance.
Why Did the FFF Reject Mbappe’s Appeal?
The FFF’s Appeals Commission stepped aside, stating that the matter should be handled by the Paris Labour Court, where PSG has already filed a response. With UEFA also refusing to intervene, Mbappe’s legal team is left with fewer options.
His attorney, Delphine Verheyden, previously attempted to have PSG sanctioned by UEFA, even proposing that the club be barred from Champions League participation. However, UEFA distanced itself, refusing to get involved in club-player financial disputes.
💡 Key Takeaway: With football governing bodies stepping away, the case is now solely in the hands of civil courts, meaning the resolution could take months or even years.
What This Means for Real Madrid & Mbappe’s Future
Mbappe, now a Real Madrid player, faces an uncertain wait for his owed wages. While his legal team continues to push for a swift resolution, PSG’s strategy is clear: delay the payments as long as possible.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid remains unaffected by the legal battle, focusing on Mbappe’s performance on the pitch. The 25-year-old forward has already scored 18 goals in 24 appearances this season, proving that legal troubles haven’t impacted his form.
🔄 What’s Next? The Paris Labour Court will now determine the outcome, but without the FFF or UEFA backing him, Mbappe’s path to recovering his unpaid salary remains challenging.
Final Thoughts .
The Mbappe vs. PSG saga is yet another example of the complex financial and contractual disputes that football clubs and players often face. Whether PSG ultimately pays up or finds a legal loophole, one thing is clear: this battle is far from over.
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