In a recent print edition, AS has claimed that Liverpool are set to rival Real Madrid in pursuit of Paris Saint-Germain superstar Kylian Mbappe. It is understood that the French attacker shares a good relationship with NBA star and fellow Nike colleague Lebron James, who is also a part-owner of Liverpool, with both players and the club being clients of Nike as well. It has been reported that the presence of Lebron James and Nike could tip the scales in the Merseyside club’s favour in the race to land Mbappe in the future (transcripted and translated by Sport Witness).
Mbappe’s Incredible Form At Parc Des Princes This Season
The 22-year-old has enjoyed another magnificent season at Paris after producing a run of productive displays on the right side of the PSG attack. The French speedster has banged in 14 goals and grabbed seven assists in 19 matches for the reigning Ligue 1 champions this term across all fronts.
Mbappe has impressed a lot with his excellent contributions in Europe where he is averaging 3.8 shots, 1.8 key passes and 3.4 dribbles per 90 minutes in the UEFA Champions League group stages. He has also distributed possession relatively well from the right-wing as he has completed 78.3% of his attempted passes in European football (stats via whoscored).
With his current contract with Paris Saint-Germain set to run out at the end of next season, Mauricio Pochettino will either have to sell him next summer or risk losing him for nothing when he becomes a free agent in the summer of 2022.
What Are The French Youngster’s Best Attributes?
Mbappe is one of the quickest wingers in European football and can often leave his marker to bite the dust when he turns on the afterburners out on the wide areas. He excels at getting to the byline and getting in behind the opponent’s backline.
The France international is also a consistent goal-scorer in the final third and can contribute by earning his fair share of assists as well. Plus, he has got a great work ethic both on and off the ball, which makes him a good fit for Jurgen Klopp’s brand of football at Anfield.
Will Mbappe Be A Dream Signing For The Reds?
Mbappe is already a world-class talent who could potentially become one of the best players of his generation in the years to come. Hence, he will undoubtedly be a dream acquisition for the Merseyside giants if they can get a deal done for him at the end of this campaign.
At 22, Mbappe will be a signing for the long-run and can play at a world-class level for the next decade. Thus, Liverpool should try everything in their power to bring him on board next summer even if they have to cough up a big-money fee for his services. With their current front three of Sadio Mane, Roberto Firmino and Mohamed Salah losing some of their magic this season, it makes sense for Klopp to freshen things up by getting someone of Mbappe’s quality before the start of the next campaign.
