Mbappe Will Be Free Next Season But That Doesn't Mean Real Madrid Won't Be Spending Money

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JAKARTA - Various behind-the-scenes efforts are being made by Real Madrid to try to ensure that the signing of Kylian Mbappe will be completed by next summer.

Los Blancos' goal now is to ensure Mbappe's arrival as soon as possible after the 2021-2022 season ends and the player is available to discuss terms before moving on as a free agent on 1 July 2022. The ball is now in Mbappe's hands.

It is known, Mbappe has rejected six proposals from Paris Saint-Germain. And he seems to know where he wants to play in 2022/23.

Real Madrid made an offer of 200 million euros on deadline day, but PSG turned it down even though the player was in the final year of his contract. Many news reports call the offer crazy. But Los Blancos felt it made sense.

Despite not signing Mbappe this season, Real Madrid did not immediately save 200 million euros. Yes, Los Blancos know they will still have to pay for it next year. Well, isn't it free?

Los Merengues assume they may bid for the biggest signing fee in history next summer. The reason is, there will be competition from all over to get Mbappe's services.

Les Parisiens did the same when Lionel Messi signed a 'free' contract last summer, and it's not an unusual payment.

Then, how much did Mbappe's signing cost? It's hard to pinpoint the numbers. But it seems that bonuses, commissions and more will cost around 80 million euros.

That rate is indeed much lower than the 200 million euros offered this summer. But still can't say it's free.