Just as the lights of the UEFA Champions League had barely dimmed, Real Madrid clinched their historic fifteenth European Cup in an incredible fashion.
Initially passive in the first half, they staged an epic comeback in the second, scoring two goals to defeat Borussia Dortmund, igniting celebrations among Real Madrid fans worldwide.
However, the celebrations for the championship had not ended when uplifting news quickly spread—French genius forward Kylian Mbappe is set to join Real Madrid.
According to renowned transfer journalist Romano's report, Mbappe has reached an agreement with Real Madrid, preparing to don the white jersey.
Although his contract with Paris Saint-Germain expires on June 30th, Real Madrid plans to officially announce this signing before then.
Reportedly, Mbappe's salary is expected to be on par with other key players like Benzema and Vinicius.
Currently, the top earner at Real Madrid is Kroos, with an after-tax annual salary of €11.7 million, while Benzema and Vinicius earn approximately €10 million after tax, plus €2 million in bonuses.
Despite Real Madrid's salaries being lower than Paris Saint-Germain's, Mbappe's signing fee is a staggering €150 million, a rare high amount in global football.
Last season, Mbappe played 48 games for Paris Saint-Germain, scoring 44 goals and providing 10 assists, showcasing his extraordinary offensive abilities, versatility, and creativity.
His arrival will form a terrifying front-line attacking combination with Benzema, Vinicius, and Rodrigo.
These young players are all in their early twenties, with Mbappe himself just 25 years old, making their combination a dream lineup for fans.
In the coming years, as these young players reach their peak, whether they can surpass the "Galacticos" and the "BBC era" of the past is an exciting topic of anticipation.
However, with Mbappe's arrival, some issues also arise.
With Kroos retiring, there is a gap in midfield, and currently, there is no suitable replacement.
Although Modric has decided to take a pay cut and renew his contract, midfield remains a crucial position for Real Madrid due to age-related concerns.
Additionally, while Mbappe can play as a center forward, he excels more on the left wing.
Within the team, Vinicius and Rodrigo have also shown excellent performances in this position.
One issue that Ancelotti needs to resolve in the new season is how to adjust the team's positional arrangements and match tactics, and decide who will be responsible for penalty kicks.
In summary, Mbappe's signing is a significant acquisition for Real Madrid, but for Paris Saint-Germain, it means losing a top star after the contract expires.
Whether this turns out to be a blessing in disguise or a futile effort remains to be seen in the next season's matches.
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