Kylian Mbappé Left Out of Tour Squad Amid Contract Tensions. On Friday, July 21, PSG made a bold decision by releasing the list of players called up for their tour of Japan and South Korea (July 22-August 3) on their website. One notable absence on the list was Kylian Mbappé, the club’s star forward. This move reflects the ongoing tension between the club and the player in recent weeks and serves as a strong statement by PSG.

The relationship between PSG and Kylian Mbappé has been rocky for some time, and this latest development only adds to the drаmа. Journalist Nicolas Kssis-Martov from So Foot describes it as a sign of “immense misunderstanding” and “poor management of the Mbappé case by PSG.”

PSG has been grappling with Mbappé’s contract situation ever since he announced his decision not to activate the extra year in his current contract. Club president Nasser al-Khelaïfi has made it clear that if Mbappé wishes to stay, he must sign a new contract. This has created a standoff between the club and the player, with PSG believing that Mbappé already has an agreement with Real Madrid and is set to depart in 2024.

Despite PSG’s tough stance, Mbappé still holds the upper hand in this situation. He can refuse a transfer and even choose to remain on the bench for a season if the impasse continues. The situation remаins unresolved, and PSG will have to navigate the next thirteen days without the presence of Kylian Mbappé.