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      Watch Carlo Ancelotti lead Real Madrid stars in wacky dance before they throw him up in air after Champions League final

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      CARLO ANCELOTTI showed he can match his record-breaking Real Madrid heroes for moves on the pitch as she shared a spectacular victory dance.The Italian celebrated Real’s historic 15th Champions League final win with the same energy his team needed to see off unlucky Borussia Dortmund.Carlo Ancelotti leads Real Madrid’s triumphant jigCredit: X @CBSSportsGolazoReal’s players give Ancelotti the traditional treatmentCredit: AlamyThe Spaniard wore the biggest smile of allCredit: X @CBSSportsGolazoAncelotti, 64, orchestrated his players’ triumphant jig around the trophy in the Wembley centre circle.The former Chelsea chief won the European Cup twice in a row with AC Milan before returning to the San Siro to win the Champions League twice – a feat he has now managed on three further occasions with Real.And after a 2-0 defeat of Dortmund he looked and sounded as fresh as ever.The ex-Everton, Bayern Munich and PSG manager wore a huge smile as he swung his arms up and down just as wildly as his jubilant squad.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLJude Bellingham and Co then flung him aloft before he embraced Real legend Zinedine Zidane.Rejoicing with such animation is a regular routine for Ancelotti – often accompanied by a cigar.And he revealed it won’t be the last time he gyrates to hail his latest landmark.Asked how he will mark this year’s triumph, Ancelotti said: “A cigar. And Cibeles. Tomorrow cigar, glasses, singing, dancing, we’ll do everything.”Most read in Champions LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBorussia Dortmund chief Edin Terzic congratulates AncelottiCredit: RexDortmund wasted clear chances amid first-half domination before Dani Carvajal’s glancing header on 76 minutes and a fine Vinicius Jr finish from a Bellingham through-pass killed off the Germans.It completed a LaLiga and Champions League double for England midfielder Bellingham in his first season with the Spanish giants.Watch moment Jamie Carragher is TOLD OFF by staff mid-interview after Real Madrid’s Champions League final triumphAnd it took Luka Modric, Dani Carvajal, Nacho and Toni Kroos – in his final game – to an unmatched six successes in Europe’s top cup competition.Ancelotti said: “You can never get used to this, because it was difficult, more than expected. “We suffered a lot in the first half, in the second half we were better, we had fewer losses. This is a dream that continues.”Meanwhile, fans watching his victory dance reckon it’s a sign of a perfect bond with his players.One viewer said: “Every footballer dreams of having a coach like Carlo. In every level.”Another reckoned his response was a “reflection of leadership, flexibility and composure on and off the pitch. These qualities are crucial for success both in football and in other areas of life”.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd a third put Ancelotti’s antics down to his experience as the most prolific Champions League-winning boss ever.He wrote: “Well he’s been practicing for a while now hasn’t he?” More

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      Miss Universe, glam rapper and an ex army recruit… meet Real Madrid & Dortmund WAGs ahead of Champions League final

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      AS the world tunes in to watch Dortmund take on Real Madrid at Wembley, eyes will also be on the glamorous spectators cheering on the players. The wives and girlfriends of the two Champions League teams will be keenly watching the match, hoping their significant others will lift the trophy.The wives and girlfriends of the Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund players will be cheering on their menCredit: Instagram/lauraceliavStunning Israeli model Mishel Gerzig, who is dating Real Madrid goalie Thibaut Courtois, served in the IDFCredit: Capture Media AgencyAfter meeting on Instagram, the pair married in June of last yearCredit: Instagram / @mishelgerzigFrom a Miss Universe and a journalist to a dressage rider and rapper, they have proved that they are the ultimate combination of beauty and brains. Here, we look at the WAGs of Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund, who are set to battle it out for the title on Saturday.Real MadridMishel Gerzig The stunning Israeli model captured the heart of former Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois after meeting through Instagram in 2021. READ MORE FEATURESThe pair enjoyed a whirlwind romance before tying the knot in June 2023. She’s the proud stepmother to Courtois’ two children from a previous relationship, lovingly describing them as “amazing.”Her grid is full of bikini-clad pics on sun-soaked beaches. But she’s more than just a pretty face, the 27-year-old model has even served in the Israel Defense Forces.Mina Bonino Most read in Champions LeagueMina Bonino and Real Madrid midfielder Fede Valverde have two sons togetherCredit: Social Media – Refer to SourceFederico Valverde has shown that he’s not afraid to defend his wife’s honourCredit: Instagram / @minaboninoThe Argentine journalist boasts both brains and beauty and is happily married to midfielder Fede Valverde, 25.Last April, Mina, 30, released an emotional statement after her husband allegedly punched Villarreal’s Alex Baena following a comment about Mina’s pregnancy scare with her second son.Meet the ten Wags ready to stun at Euro 2024The incident occurred after Real Madrid’s 3-2 defeat at the Santiago Bernabeu. Valverde reportedly confronted Baena as he boarded the team bus and punched him in the face.Mina and Valverde have two sons, Benicio, born in 2020, and Bautista, born in 2023. Andrea Martinez Andrea Martinez is a former basketball player and was crowned Miss Universe Spain in 2020Credit: Instagram/andrea.martinezfKepa Arrizabalaga and Andrea Martinez have been married for three yearsCredit: Instagram @kepaarrizabalagaAndrea Martinez is a multi-talented Spanish star. Known for her impressive career as a former basketball player and her work as a model, the 31-year-old is a true powerhouse.In 2020, she was crowned Miss Universe Spain in her homeland. Three years later, she tied the knot with Real Madrid keeper Kepa Arrizabalaga at a stunning wedding in Marbella.Several of Kepa’s former Chelsea teammates attended. Laura Celia ValkLaura Celia Valk is Jude Bellingham’s gorgeous new girlfriendCredit: Gooseberry IntimatesIt has been reported that the model is ‘completely smitten’ with JudeCredit: GettyJude Bellingham and his new girlfriend, Laura Celia Valk, have enjoyed a series of luxurious dates.The 20-year-old midfielder has moved on from his split with Asantewa Chitty last year and is reportedly dating the 25-year-old Dutch model, who seems to be ‘completely smitten’ with him.The stunning blonde boasts nearly 500k followers on Instagram and has modelled for a string of brands, including PrettyLittleThing.Shalimar Heppner Shalimar Heppner is a PR manager whose family owns restaurants across the worldCredit: Instagram/shaliimaarThe married couple often show off their luxurious lifestyle on their social mediaCredit: Instagram/shaliimaarThe wife of Real Madrid star David Alaba, 31, is a multifaceted talent in her own right. At 29 years old, she’s a German model, social media personality, and PR manager known for her glamorous presence both online and offline.Her father, Frank Heppner, is a renowned restaurateur and hotelier with establishments across the globe. The couple’s love story began in 2017, and since then, they have built a beautiful family together, raising two children.Anastasia TamazovaAnastasia Tamazova got married to goalie Andriy Lunin after six years of datingCredit: Instagram/a.nastasicaThe pair broke the internet with their wedding pictures, which showed the goalie in a tracksuitCredit: Instagram/a.nastasicaAfter six years of dating, goalkeeper Andriy Lunin married Anastasia in a tracksuit in 2021.The stopper revealed the news during the low-key civil ceremony in the Spanish capital.The Ukrainian, 25, wrote: “A very special and important day in our life. I love you.”Dressed in all white, Anastasia, also 25, posted: “Husband, love you. The best day of my life.”She is an influencer who shares glimpses of her luxury lifestyle on TikTok and Instagram. Dortmund Lisa Marie StraubeThe stunning WAGs will be there to provide some moral supportCredit: twitter/lisamsatrubeLisa Staube is the rumoured of Mats Hummel after his shocking divorceMats shares a son with his ex-wife, Cathy FisherCredit: GettyThe 23-year-old Instagram model is rumoured to be dating central defender Mats Hummels, 35, after his shock divorce from his ex-wife Cathy Fischer. Cathy, a former playboy model, gained recognition when she was named Germany’s WAG of the Year in 2013. She and Mats tied the knot in June 2015 but sadly parted ways in 2022, with Cathy confirming the separation via Instagram. The former couple share a son Ludwig.Scarlett Gartmann Scarlett married Marco Reus after four years of datingCredit: Instagram/scarlettgartmannThe pair welcomed their first child in 2019Credit: Instagram @scarlettgartmannThe 30-year-old beauty was born in Hagen, Germany, just 13 miles from Dortmund’s Marco Reus’ hometown. They began dating in December 2015, welcomed their first child four years later, and married in the same year. She is passionate about dressage riding and is dedicated to fitness, often sharing workout videos on her Instagram account.LoredanaLoredena is an Albanian rapper with a huge following on social mediaCredit: Instagram/loredanaKarim has been forced to deny claims that his poor form has been due to his relationship with LoredenaCredit: Instagram/loredanaThe Albanian rapper, 28, boasts a massive Instagram following of over 3m fans and is currently in a relationship with Karim Adeyemi. They were first seen together last summer. He found himself defending her when critics blamed his relationship for his poor performance last season. He expressed his frustration, stating: “I understood the scrutiny that comes with being in a public relationship, but I was taken aback by the backlash following a bad game.”It’s not unfair to me because of my performance, but it’s unfair to my girlfriend.”Lisa FüllkrugLisa is a regular face in the stands whenever Niclas is playingCredit: GettyThe couple share a 5-year-old daughter called EmiliaCredit: GettyShe’s the loyal wife of Niclas Füllkrug, 31, who’s always seen cheering on her hubby from the stands. The couple share an adorable 5-year-old daughter, Emilia. Despite being married for years, their bond remains strong and unwavering.The pair often give fans a glimpse into their happy life by uploading loved-up family snaps together. Katja Kuhne Katja Kuhne is nine years older than her beau, Marcel SabitzerCredit: https://www.instagram.com/katjakuehne_/?hl=enKatja first gained fame by starring in Germany’s version of The BachelorCredit: INSTAGRAMAt 38, the Ukrainian model is nine years older than midfielder Marcel Sabitzer.Katja rose to fame starring in the German version of the reality TV show The Bachelor.The pair met in 2017 and Sabitzer popped the question on a romantic getaway to MaldivesThe Austrian dropped to one knee to ask for her hand in marriage. They share a daughter, Mary Lou, who has changed their lives.Priscilla HallerUnlike many other WAGS, Priscilla Haller likes to keep a low profileCredit: Instagram/priscilla.hallerSebastian has credited her for her support during his cancer battleCredit: https://www.instagram.com/priscilla.haller/?hl=enSebastian Haller has revealed that the hardest part of his cancer fight was telling his children about his illness. The 29-year-old Borussia Dortmund – who used to play for West Ham – received his diagnosis of a testicular tumour merely two weeks after joining the club as a replacement for Erling Haaland.READ MORE SUN STORIESThroughout his cancer battle, he praised his wife, Priscilla, for her unwavering support. Although details on her are scant, she is consistently seen by his side and is a dedicated mother to their cherished two children. More

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      Kylian Mbappe ‘snaps up £15m mansion in Beckham’s old neighbourhood’ next door to Real Madrid legend and Hollywood star

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      KYLIAN Mbappe has reportedly splashed out more than £15million on a mansion in Madrid.The French superstar, expected to sign for Real Madrid after confirming his exit from Paris Saint-Germain earlier this month, is said to have finalised the purchase on Tuesday afternoon.Kylian Mbappe has reportedly splashed out more than £15million on a mansion in MadridCredit: RexIt’s where David Beckham spent most of his time living when he was in the Spanish capitalCredit: GettyRichard Gere would become Mbappe’s neighbourCredit: GettyAs would Real Madrid legend Sergio Ramos and wife Pilar RubioCredit: Alamy Live NewsRespected Spanish daily La Razon says the house he has bought is in the exclusive Madrid suburb of La Moraleja, where David Beckham spent most of his time living when he was in the Spanish capital.And it says his neighbours will include former Real Madrid legend Sergio Ramos and his stunning model wife Pilar Rubio as well as Hollywood star Richard Gere and his Spanish publicist wife Alejandra Silva.La Razon said Mbappe, who has yet to officially announce where he will play football next season, said the striker had considered the gated estate of La Finca where Jude Bellingham lives and Cristiano Ronaldo still owns property as an option.But it reported the 25-year-old, who threw an extravagant party for 250 guests at a stylish Italian restaurant a short walk from the Eiffel Tower on Monday night, ended up opting for La Moraleja a 15-minute drive from Real Madrid’s Valdebebas training complex because it was “more comfortable.”READ MORE IN football The mansion he is said to have bought reportedly forms a ‘golden triangle’ with the homes of Ramos and Gere.Ramos’ place is close to the property Mbappe has purchased and the home the US actor shares with his wife is also near, according to La Razon.Spanish news website El Confidencial said the French footballer’s property purchase had been sealed following a “war between real estate companies that had lasted months.”La Moraleja has long been one of the favourites of LaLiga’s leading footballers and other household names in Spain.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSIt was a private estate belonging to a widowed marchioness until the middle of the 20th century before the construction of the first family homes.Some of its famous residents, including Spanish actress Ana Obregon who was once linked to Beckham during his time in Madrid, live on gated private estates with 27/4 security within the main La Moraleja estate.Watch Kylian Mbappe ‘fall in love in three seconds’ as he is caught out ogling glamorous influencerThe former England captain and his designer wife bought their old home there in June 2005 from a French couple for £3million.They sold it to a wealthy Spanish entrepreneur who headed a plastic waste disposal firm for £4.2million nearly ten years later and eight years after they moved out.Posh and Becks lived in rental properties before finding their dream home, which boasted an outdoor heated swimming pool, tennis courts, a small football pitch and a children’s play area.They spent £350,000 refurbishing the five-bed house, set in two acres of land, after consulting a Feng Shui expert.Police were called twice while they lived there – once after complaints from neighbours about noise when Becks celebrated his 31st birthday with a May 2006 party and six months later when three Japanese journalists mistaken for armed raiders sneaked into the grounds.Victoria and youngest son Cruz, then just 19 months, were inside the mansion at the time.READ MORE SUN STORIESA uniformed security guard pulled his revolver on the three men fearing they were a gang of hardened criminals and six police cars raced to the house before the intruders were released after proving their identities.Beckham offered to rent the property to ex-Real Madrid star Kaka when the Brazilian joined the Spanish club, but the striker and now-estranged wife Caroline Celico eventually decided to move to VIP bunker La Finca.La Moraleja is an affluent residential district of AlcobendasCredit: Alamy More

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      Chelsea land £5MILLION bonus from Real Madrid due to little-known Hazard transfer clause – despite him RETIRING

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      CHELSEA will pocket £5million from Real Madrid due to a little-known clause in the deal to sign Eden Hazard despite the star RETIRING, according to reports. Hazard, 33, signed for the Spanish giants from the Blues in 2019 in a deal worth £130m.Chelsea will receive £5million after Real Madrid made the Champions League finalCredit: ReutersIt comes as part of the deal Madrid made to sign Eden Hazard in 2019Credit: GettyThe terms in the deal remain valid despite Hazard retiring in OctoberCredit: GettyThe deal saw Chelsea receive £88m up front, with various performance related clauses and add-ons included.The Belgian signed a five-year deal worth £20m a season with Los Blancos but struggled with injury throughout his time at the club.After playing just 54 LaLiga games for Madrid, Hazard saw his contract with the club terminated last summer.He then announced his retirement from football in October. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, the terms of the deal between Chelsea and Madrid have remained valid, according to The Telegraph.And Carlo Ancelotti guiding Madrid to the Champions League final this season has seen another of these bonuses triggered. It means Chelsea, who recently sold their training ground and a hotel in intra-group deals to help them with Premier League Profit and Sustainability rules, will gain a bonus £5m.Despite hanging up his pro boots, Hazard has shown he still has his incredible football ability.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSFootage showed him skinning four players in training before impressing in a charity football match in Qatar.Hazard initially came through the ranks with Lille before joining Chelsea. Watch Eden Hazard ‘leave influencer for dead’ as ex-Chelsea star skins four players before scoring in charity matchAt Stamford Bridge he won two Premier League titles, two Europa League’s, the FA Cup and the League Cup while scoring 110 goals and adding 85 assists in 352 appearances. More

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      Kylian Mbappe will join ARSENAL and not Real Madrid, claims IShowSpeed as he slams Fabrizio Romano over transfer claim

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      KYLIAN MBAPPE will snub Real Madrid to join Arsenal this summer, according to Youtuber IShowSpeed.The social media sensation has slammed Fabrizio Romano’s claims that Mbappe will be heading to Madrid this summer.Kylian Mbappe has been linked with a move to ArsenalCredit: GettyYouTuber IShowSpeed has claimed Mbappe is signing for the GunnersCredit: ReutersIShowSpeed slammed Fabrizio Romano’s claims that Mbappe is heading to Real MadridMbappe announced in an emotional goodbye video last week that he would be leaving PSG at the end of the season.And all signs point to a move to the Santiago Bernabeu with rumours linking the Frenchman to Madrid for a number of years now.But YouTube star IShowSpeed has suggested that those reports are wide of the mark and claimed Mbappe will instead be heading to north London.The Manchester United loving streamer reacted to a video of Romano revealing Mbappe is set for a Madrid switch on his YouTube, which boasts a whopping 24.4million subscribers.READ MORE ON ARSENALWhile watching Romano discuss Mbappe’s future, IShowSpeed slammed: “He’s capping! He’s capping bro!”Before adding: “He’s not going to Real Madrid, he’s not going. I promise you.”Don’t ask me how I know but he’s not going. Trust me. I’ve got the real insight. Trust me.”IShowSpeed, who’s real name is Darren Watkins Jr, went on to explain where he believes Mbappe will end up.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe said: “I’m going to tell you all where he is going. Don’t ask me how I know, but watch how he doesn’t go [to] Real Madrid.”And he’s going [to] Arsenal. You only heard it from me, you only heard it from me.”Awkward moment iShowSpeed confronted by Man City fans and forced to shut down stream during Real Madrid clashThe bombshell information can of course be taken with a HUGE pinch of salt given that IShowSpeed has no track record of sources within football and does not work in the industry.Most reliable sources have pointed towards Mbappe heading to Real Madrid with the the World Cup winner almost making the move back in 2022.The 25-year-old played his final game at the Parc des Princes at the weekend as the Parisians lost 3-1 to Toulouse.And the PSG fans showed their duality when portions of the stadium booed Mbappe’s name in the lineup announcement before Ultras revealed a stunning tifo in the stands to honour their star.Mbappe was honoured with a tifo in his last game at the Parc des Princes at the weekendCredit: AFPThe 25-year-old announced he was leaving PSG last weekCredit: AFP More

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      Real Madrid ‘start work on NEXT Galactico transfer after Mbappe – but give Premier League clubs a year’s head start’

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      REAL MADRID have already started working on a massive transfer deal for Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz.But Real aren’t planning to sign Wirtz, 21, before the summer of 2025 and have thus given the likes of Manchester United, Manchester City, Chelsea and Liverpool a year’s head start.Real Madrid are planning to sign Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz in 2025Credit: GettyReal Madrid target Wirtz as their next Galactico after Kylian MbappeCredit: AFPMan Utd, Man City, Chelsea and Liverpool also target Leverkusen star WirtzMbappe, 25, finally confirmed he is leaving Paris Saint-Germain in June after months of reports insisting the star forward has no plans to extend his seven-year stint at Parc des Princes.The star forward looks set to join Los Blancos as a free agent on a lucrative contract.And Real are already preparing the ground for their next Galactico signing with Wirtz posing as their favourite marquee signing for the 2025-26 season.According to Marca, the Spanish champions have begun work on acquiring the playmaker at the end of the 2024-25 campaign.Read More on FootballThat means United, City, Chelsea and Liverpool, who see him as Mohamed Salah’s replacement, will have to work fast this summer or next January.This promises to be quite an intense bidding war with Bayern Munich also interested.The Germany international has set the world alight this season by starring for Xabi Alonso’ undefeated Leverkusen side.The German champions are targeting an unprecedented Treble triumph while enjoying a record 49-game unbeaten run across all competitions.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd Wirtz has stood out with a staggering total of 18 goals and 19 assists in 46 appearances.Real are famous for beating their competition in landing some of the world’s top young talent.England star Jude Bellingham speak in fluent spanish as Real Madrid parade LaLiga trophy leaving fans so ‘proud’Madrid proved it with the signings of Jude Bellingham, Aurelien Tchouameni, Eduardo Camavinga and Endrick. More

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      Kylian Mbappe’s staggering pay cut revealed with star expected to join Real Madrid after announcing PSG exit

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      KYLIAN MBAPPE will allegedly take a huge pay-cut at Real Madrid.The 25-year-old will leave Paris Saint-Germain on a free transfer next month when his contract expires.Kylian Mbappe is set for a huge pay decrease when he joins Real MadridCredit: AFPThe star announced his PSG exit in a video on FridayCredit: AFPArsenal and Liverpool have both been linked with a summer swoop to try and bring him to the Premier League.However, it is Real Madrid that have won the race to sign Mbappe after chasing him for years.The French forward is believed to have signed a five-year deal that will keep him at the Bernabeu until June 2029.Now AS are claiming that Mbappe’s salary will be vastly reduced despite him being one of the top earners at the Bernabeu.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe star is coming to the end of a two-year deal at PSG that netted him a whopping £5.1million per week.But this latest report in the Spanish media states that Mbappe’s new contract will be almost two-thirds less than what he is currently on.However, he will still receive a handsome salary.It claims that Mbappe will pocket £21m-a-year – which equates to £404,000-a-week.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd that will make him Madrid’s best-paid player.Confirming his exit in a video message after seven years yesterday, Mbappe said: “It’s hard, and I never thought it would be this difficult to announce that I will leave my country.Real Madrid-bound Mbappe storms out of interview after PSG star is asked if he will support Los Blancos against Bayern “France, the Ligue 1, a league I have always known. “But I think I needed this, a new challenge after seven years. It’s difficult and of course there are some people I want to thank above all. These are the fans.“I know I’m not the most demonstrative player. I haven’t always lived up to you for seven years. I have always wanted to be effective.“PSG is a club that never leaves anyone indifferent. We can love it or hate it.“I made the choice of loving it and I did it for seven years, with ups and downs of course. But I do not have any regrets at any moment signing with this prestigious club.“It’s a club that I will keep in my memory my entire life. I will tell everybody my whole life I had the chance to play.”Mbappe will bid farewell to Parc des Princes later today in his final home match when they take on Toulouse.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe already-crowned Ligue 1 champions then travel to Nice on Wednesday before facing Metz in their final top-flight match next Sunday.PSG then take on Lyon on Saturday 25 May in the French Cup Final. More

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      Kylian Mbappe finally announces PSG exit and hints at Real Madrid transfer to link up with Jude Bellingham and Co

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      KYLIAN MBAPPE has finally confirmed he will be quit Paris Saint-Germain at the end of the season.The World Cup winner shared an emotional video on social media in which he revealed he will not be signing an extension with the Parisians – putting an end to speculation about his future with the club.Kylian Mbappe has announced he is leaving PSG in an emotional videoThe Frenchman will play his final home game for the club this weekendCredit: AFPThe announcement comes after a long period of uncertainty about if the 25-year-old would sign an extension with the Ligue 1 club.And amid swirling rumours of a summer move to Real Madrid, the star has hinted that a switch to the Spanish capital could be on the cards.Mbappe explained in his heartfelt video that he won’t just be leaving PSG, but will be leaving France as a whole – opening the door to a move to LaLiga.He said: “It’s hard, it’s hard. I never thought it would be this difficult to announce that.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”To leave my country, France, Ligue 1, a championship I have always known.”But I think I needed this, a new challenge after seven years.”Mbappe did not reveal exactly where he would be heading come next season, but he is expected to join Real Madrid after a long-term saga linking him with Los Blancos.The global superstar looked like he was heading to the Bernabeu in 2022 on a free transfer, but ultimately pulled off a shock U-turn and penned a new deal with PSG instead.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd with that deal now set to expire in the summer, it looks as though Mbappe will finally be making the move to the 14-time Champions League winners.His time at the Parc des Princes hasn’t quite lives up to expectations despite winning six league titles and three French cups since his arrival in 2018.Everything you need to know about Kylian MbappeThe goal-scoring machine, who is now widely considered as one of the best players in the world, was signed to be part of a team who could bring the Champions League to PSG for the first time in history.But his £165m arrival from Monaco never managed to culminate in lifting the iconic trophy despite spending the bulk of his time in the French capital alongside two greats in Lionel Messi and Neymar.Mbappe hinted in his statement that he perhaps didn’t manage to achieve what the fans deserved when he said: “I haven’t always lived up to the love you all gave me for seven years.”But I have never wanted to cheat, I have always wanted to be effective.”Before adding that he has no regrets over making the switch when he was just 18 years old.He explained: “I do not regret at any moment signing with this prestigious club. “It’s a club that I will keep in my memory my entire life. I will tell everybody, my whole life, that I had the chance to play here.”Mbappe’s statement in full
      Hi everyone, It’s Kylian.
      I wanted to speak to you. I’ve always said that I would speak with you when the time comes. And so I wanted to announce to you all that it’s my last year at Paris Saint-Germain. I will not extend and the adventure will come to an end in a few weeks. I will play my last game at the Parc des Princes on Sunday.
      It’s a lot of emotions, many years where I had the chance and the great honour to be a member of the biggest French club which allowed me to arrive here, to have my first experience in a club with a lot of pressure, to grow as a player of course by being alongside some of the best in history, some of the greatest champions. To meet a lot of people, to grow as a man as well with all the glory and mistakes I’ve made.
      First of all, I want to thank the team-mates, all of the team-mates that I had. All the coaches: Unai Emery, Thomas Tuchel, Mauricio Pochettino, Christophe Galtier and Luis Enrique. The sports directors Leonardo and Luis Campos for always accompanying me. All the staff members at the club, those nobody see, the folks in the shadow. Whether it’s the physios, the intendants, the performance team, all the office staff members, the ones at campus, everybody.
      All these incredible people who give everything to the club and they deserve to have this recognition. Despite everything that can happen on the outside, all this media hype that surrounds the club sometimes, there are some real club lovers who want to protect it and make it shine and it’s great. And I know that with all these people, this club is in great hands.
      It’s hard, hard. And I never thought it would be this difficult to announce that, to leave my country, France, the Ligue 1, a championship I have always known. But I think I needed this. A new challenge after seven years.
      It’s difficult and of course there are some people I want to thank above all, these are the fans. I know I’m not the most demonstrative player. I haven’t always lived up to the love you all gave me for seven years, but I have never wanted to cheat, I have always wanted to be effective.
      PSG is a club that never leaves anyone indifferent. We can love it or hate it, I made the choice of loving it. And I did for seven years with ups and downs, of course, but I do not regret at any moment signing with this prestigious club. It’s a club that I will keep in my memory my entire life. I will tell everybody, my whole life, that I had the chance to play here. And I won’t be a player anymore, but I will continue to watch every game of course, because it’s a club that I will always be interested in and I will always closely follow its news.
      It was me with my qualities and defects but I tried to give the best version of myself during those seven years.
      But beforehand I want to say thank you, because without you all I would have never experienced half of the emotions I felt. And just for that, I am grateful for life.
      Thank you all. I hope we will finish this year with a last trophy. We are going to have good moments for what’s left and believe that you will remain in my heart forever.
      Ici, c’est Paris. Goodbye.

      He has managed a number of personal accolades with the club during his stint in which he scored a jaw-dropping 255 goals and registered 108 assists in his 306 appearances.There’s still time to add to that tally with PSG having three more league games and the French Cup final still to play before the season ends.But this Sunday’s clash with Tolouse will by Mbappe’s final game at the Parc des Princes with the remaining fixtures all away from home.His incredible form over his seven years in Paris have seen him become a common name in the conversation for the Ballon d’Or.While his importance to PSG has always been reflected in his role in the team and his mammoth wages.It’s estimated that the deal penned by Mbappe back in 2022 saw him pocket around £893,000 per week to keep him in situ.Real Madrid are understood to be unwilling to spend the same level of money on the global superstar with their wage structure meaning the astronomical fee would blow some of their biggest stars out of the water.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut the lure of signing for the serial Champions League winners may be enough for Mbappe who will be hoping to add European glory to his trophy cabinet having already won the World Cup with France in 2018.Real Madrid appear to be assembling a new era of Galacticos at the Bernabeu with Mbappe set to join names like Vinicius Jr, Jude Bellingham, Rodrygo and Fererico Valverde if he makes the move.Mbappe’s PSG career

      306 Games
      255 Goals
      108 Assists
      Ligue 1 titles x 6
      Ligue 1 top scorer x 5
      French Cups x 3
      French League Cups x 2
      French Super Cup x 3
      Champions League x 0

      How Real Madrid could line up with Mbappe in the squadMbappe played alongside Lionel Messi and Neymar at PSGCredit: AFPHe was unable to achieve his dream of winning the Champions League with the clubCredit: AFP More