Kylian Mbappé's Real Madrid dream may not last as long as anyone expected. Reports in Spain claim the French superstar is considering leaving the Bernabéu in the summer of 2027, with Liverpool and Arsenal keeping a close eye on one of the most explosive transfer stories of the season.
The claims, which first surfaced from Spanish journalist François Gallardo and were picked up by several outlets, suggest Mbappé is angry and disappointed with life at Real Madrid. Gallardo wrote on X on October 6 that the 27-year-old "has made the decision to leave the club in the summer of 2027" and that Real Madrid "is not going to stand in his way."
A separate report carried by TEAMtalk added that Liverpool have already contacted Mbappé's mother and agent, Fayza Lamari, in recent weeks to explore a sensational move to Anfield. A report highlighted by NBC noted that Arsenal are also monitoring the situation, setting up a potential Premier League bidding war for a player of generational quality.
Why Is Mbappé Reportedly Unhappy?
The numbers tell one story, but the trophies tell another. Since joining Real Madrid as a free agent in the summer of 2024, Mbappé has scored 94 goals in 111 appearances — a staggering return by any measure. This season alone he has seven goals in seven matches under Jose Mourinho.
But individual brilliance has not translated into the collective success Mbappé came for. Real Madrid have finished as runners-up to Barcelona in consecutive La Liga seasons, and Mbappé has only one-off trophies to show for his two campaigns in white. Meanwhile, former club Paris Saint-Germain have gone on to win back-to-back Champions League titles without him, and ex-teammate Ousmane Dembélé beat him to the Ballon d'Or.
Gallardo told Defensa Central that Mbappé "doesn't feel loved or supported in the Real Madrid dressing room and that makes him uncomfortable." It echoes a season already filled with tension, including his recent injury setback — which the site covered in its reporting on his injury — and reports of friction with Mourinho over minutes and workload.
Liverpool's Record Offer
Liverpool's interest is reportedly serious. One outlet claims the Reds are assembling an offer worth a record-shattering €250 million for the Frenchman, who is under contract at Madrid until 2029. Gallardo claims the transfer fee "would be between 200 and 250 million euros."
The Anfield connection has history. Mbappé previously revealed he came close to joining Liverpool during his Monaco days — his mother was particularly keen on the move, and he held talks with Jürgen Klopp about the project on Merseyside. According to Gallardo, among the Premier League clubs keen on the striker, his "priority is Liverpool."
Another Spanish journalist, Juan Jesus, added a twist: Real Madrid have supposedly given Mbappé an ultimatum — sign a new contract next summer, or be sold.
What Happens Next?
For now, all of this must be treated with caution. These claims come from individual Spanish journalists and aggregator reports rather than confirmed club briefings, and Real Madrid have a long history of weathering transfer noise around their galácticos. The club's broader summer strategy is already under the microscope, as Romano recently revealed their transfer priorities for next year.
But the smoke is impossible to ignore. A world-class striker reportedly unsettled, two Premier League giants circling, and a record-breaking fee being mooted — this is a story that will dominate headlines until Mbappé or Madrid put it to rest.
Beyond the Final Whistle: Kylian Mbappé may be the most feared finisher in world football, but even 94 goals in 111 games cannot paper over a player who feels unloved. If the Spanish reports are true, the Premier League could be about to witness its biggest transfer saga in years. Where should Mbappé go next — Anfield, the Emirates, or should he stay and fight at the Bernabéu?
