Kylian Mbappé’s highly anticipated move to Real Madrid this summer has not unfolded as expected, with the 25-year-old French star encountering a series of struggles since his free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).
His performances have raised questions about his future at the Spanish club, prompting some to suggest he should consider a return to his former team.
However, journalist Laurent Perrin of Le Parisien has cast doubt on the likelihood of any such reunion, stating that neither PSG nor its supporters seem to miss him.
Mbappé, who signed with Real Madrid till 2029, was expected to be a key figure in their attack this season. However, his start has been far from smooth.
The forward’s troubles became evident during Real Madrid’s 2-0 loss to Liverpool on Matchday 5 of the UEFA Champions League group phase, where he struggled to make an impact.
The situation worsened for Mbappé during his El Clásico debut on October 26, where Real Madrid suffered a humiliating 4-0 defeat at home to Barcelona.
The loss was compounded just days later by a 3-1 defeat to AC Milan in Champions League action, leaving many fans and pundits questioning the forward’s ability to adapt to the demanding environment of Spain’s top football club.
Despite these setbacks, Mbappé was presented with an opportunity to lead the attack when Vinicius Jr. was sidelined for Real Madrid’s midweek clash against Liverpool.
The match was seen as a chance for the Frenchman to step up and showcase his talent in his preferred role. However, the evening turned into a forgettable one for Mbappé, who was unable to turn the tide for his team.
While Mbappé found the back of the net in Real Madrid’s recent 2-1 victory over Getafe this past weekend, his overall impact has been minimal, and his struggles continue to raise concerns about his future at the club.
In light of these ongoing issues, some pundits have suggested that Mbappé should consider a return to PSG, the club where he spent over five years and became one of the world’s most prominent football stars.
One such pundit, Cyril Hanouna, expressed his openness to the idea of Mbappé returning to Paris. “I’d prefer him to come back to PSG,” Hanouna said on TPMP (via Le10Sport).
However, Laurent Perrin, a respected journalist at Le Parisien, does not believe that a reunion between Mbappé and PSG is likely to happen anytime soon. According to Perrin, PSG and its supporters have moved on from the forward. “At PSG or in the stands of the Parc, no one misses him,” Perrin remarked. “It was necessary to turn the page—for PSG as much as for him.”
Perrin’s comments reflect the sentiment among many PSG fans who have long felt that Mbappé’s departure was inevitable. After years of contract disputes and a dramatic exit, it appears that both sides have come to terms with the end of their partnership.
Mbappé’s rocky start at Real Madrid and the ongoing debate about his future demonstrate the high stakes involved in elite football.
The French forward, while still immensely talented, will need to quickly adjust to the pressure at his new club if he is to prove his worth and fulfill the expectations placed upon him.
For now, however, any talk of a return to PSG seems distant, with both the player and the club focused on their respective futures.
