Kylian Mbappe has dropped the legal proceedings he started this year against Paris Saint-Germain for moral harassment, a person with knowledge told the Associated Press. The France captain\'s decision reflects a desire for reconciliation with his former club.
The Paris prosecutor\'s office opened an investigation last month after Mbappé accused PSG in a legal filing. A person close to the Real Madrid star said Tuesday that ending the criminal procedure was linked to improving relations with PSG.
Mbappe had denounced the \"lofting\" he claimed to have been subjected to at the club. The term describes isolating a player from the main squad for sporting, administrative or disciplinary reasons.
The France captain was unhappy with his treatment when PSG sidelined him before the 2023-24 season. This followed his decision not to extend his club contract, creating tension between player and club.
Wage Dispute Continues
The end of criminal proceedings does not affect Mbappe\'s ongoing case before an industrial tribunal. The forward argues PSG owes him €55 million in unpaid wages, a separate legal matter that remains active.
Relations between Mbappe and PSG president Nasser Al Khelaïfi have been improving for several weeks according to his entourage. The timing is notable as Mbappé will face his former club in Wednesday\'s Club World Cup semifinal.
Mbappe joined Real Madrid last summer on a free transfer after scoring 256 goals in seven years at PSG. His relationship with the French club ended amid deep tensions, with some fans booing him in his final home game at Parc des Princes.
PSG felt let down after offering Mbappe the most lucrative contract in club history when he signed a new deal in 2022. He stunned the club in June 2023 by informing them he would not take the option for an extra year.
Via ESPN