Paris Saint-Germain are preparing for life without Kylian Mbappe after the French forward confirmed his intentions to leave the French club this summer.
Mbappe's future has been a hot topic of debate for years but last week, the 25-year-old reportedly told PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi of his desire to move on.
Since the news emerged, Spanish publication Marca suggest Mbappe has already signed a five-year contract with Real Madrid – a deal that will make him one of the club's top earners.
So who will take Mbappe's spot at the Parc des Princes? Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has been heavily linked with a move to Paris for some time.
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In fact, the Ligue 1 side have identified Rashford as a possible replacement for their star man alongside £100m-rated Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, according to iNews.
The report also suggests PSG will have a summer transfer budget in the region of £200 million following the departure of Mbappe and his so-called 'astronomical' wages.
And with that in mind, the club could make a move for Barcelona midfielder Gavi.
PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi is said to be a long-term follower of the teenager and Luis Enrique would be 'keen to work with him again' after giving him his Spain debut.
Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich is another potential target, with the German international being out of contract in 2025, but the three previously named players are more of a priority.
Mbappe, meanwhile, informed his PSG team-mates on Friday morning that he will be leaving the club, according to RMC Sport.
It is said that the whole squad was present for Mbappe's speech, which was said to 'not last very long and was well received'.
The report adds that both Mbappe and Paris Saint-Germain are planning a joint announcement to publicly confirm the 25-year-old's departure but a date for this is yet to be set.
Topics: Paris Saint-Germain, Kylian Mbappe, Transfers, Real Madrid, Marcus Rashford, Gavi, Barcelona
Jack Kenmare