Mbappe: French Football Federation Chief Admits 'We Made a Mistake' in Handling Contract

Background

Kylian Mbappe's contract saga with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has taken another twist, with French Football Federation (FFF) president Noel Le Graet admitting the organization "made a mistake" in its handling of the situation.

Mbappe, who is widely regarded as one of the best players in the world, was heavily linked with a move to Real Madrid in the summer of 2022.

However, he eventually signed a new three-year contract with PSG, reportedly worth a staggering €200 million per year.

Le Graet's Comments

Speaking to French radio station RTL, Le Graet expressed regret over the FFF's involvement in the contract negotiations.

"We made a mistake," Le Graet said. "We should have stayed out of it. It's not our role to get involved in contracts between players and their clubs."

Criticism of PSG's Influence

Le Graet's comments have been met with criticism from some quarters, who believe the FFF should have done more to protect Mbappe from PSG's alleged undue influence.

French sports minister Amelie Oudea-Castera said she was "disappointed" by the FFF's handling of the situation and called for a "full transparency" into the negotiations.

Mbappe's Future

Despite signing a new contract with PSG, Mbappe's future remains uncertain.

There have been reports that he is still keen on a move to Real Madrid and could leave PSG as early as next summer.

Impact on French Football

The Mbappe saga has highlighted the growing influence of money in football and the challenges facing smaller clubs in competing with the financial powerhouses of the game.

It remains to be seen how the situation will unfold, but it is clear that the Mbappe saga will continue to be a major talking point in the world of football.

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