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Irish Mirror
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Tom Beattie

Kylian Mbappe seeks deal similar to Lionel Messi in MLS if he is to join Real Madrid

Kylian Mbappe could demand a contract similar to the one Lionel Messi is set to sign at Inter Miami in order if he is to follow the forward out the door at Paris Saint-Germain, reports suggest.

The Argentine legend will sign for his new club in MLS later this month and is expected to put pen to paper on a unique contract that includes lucrative partnerships with a host of commercial giants. Although the 36-year-old is expected to earn a wage that will equate to a staggering $53.7 million per year, he will also make a cut of profits from tie-ins with Adidas and Apple.

In the case of the former, the Athletic has reported that the World Cup winner will pick up a share of any profits garnered from merchandise sold following his arrival stateside. In addition, when it comes to the latter, he will also be offered a share of any revenue generated by new subscribers to MLS Season Pass.

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