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Jake Stokes

Kylian Mbappe learns Chelsea transfer incentive as Mauricio Pochettino key to Real Madrid snub

While Kylian Mbappe may see Real Madrid as the 'dream' destination, there is one major incentive to join Chelsea instead. The 24-year-old forward has been heavily linked with a departure from Paris Saint-Germain this summer, with his contract at Les Parc des Princes set to expire in 12-months.

In an official statement to the AFP News Agency, Mbappe confirmed he informed the Parisians that he will not extend his contract in the French capital beyond next year. The report states that PSG were made aware of the France international's decision in July 2022 and his letter was simply a reminder about what had previously been said.

Mbappe's statement read: "Kylian Mbappe and his entourage confirm that this matter has not been discussed since over the course of the year, except a fortnight ago to announce the sending of the letter. No potential contract extension has been mentioned.

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