Paris Saint-Germain and Kylian Mbappé are set for the next chapter in their ongoing conflict regarding unpaid wages. The two sides will appear before a joint appeals committee on October 15th, a date established following PSG’s decision to challenge a ruling from the LFP (Ligue de Football Professionnel) legal body. This dispute centers around a hefty sum of €55 million, which Mbappé claims the club owes him in outstanding salaries and bonuses.
Dispute Over Unpaid Wages
The issue arose when the LFP’s legal committee ruled in favor of Mbappé, ordering PSG to pay the Real Madrid striker €55 million in back pay. However, PSG is fiercely contesting this verdict, arguing that there was a verbal understanding between the two parties. According to the club, Mbappé had agreed to forgo part of his earnings if he left PSG on a free transfer, in order to safeguard the club’s finances. The problem lies in the fact that this agreement was never formalized in a written contract, leaving the matter up for dispute.
The Next Steps in the Legal Battle
As the October 15th meeting approaches, the outcome could have broader implications. Should the joint appeals committee uphold the LFP’s initial ruling, the case might escalate further. Both parties have the option to take the matter to a higher appeals committee, overseen by the French Football Federation (FFF). If no resolution is reached at that stage, the conflict could potentially extend beyond the footballing world, with possibilities of it being taken to civil courts, administrative bodies, or even an industrial tribunal.
Potential for Prolonged Legal Proceedings
The legal battle between PSG and their former star could drag on for months or even years, depending on the decisions made at each stage. While PSG maintains that Mbappé’s agreement to relinquish some of his earnings was made in good faith, the lack of a formal document complicates their defense. Should the case continue to progress, it could set a precedent in disputes involving verbal contracts and high-profile player transfers in European football.
