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Mbappé Details Past Liverpool Interest and Family's Admiration for Anfield
Reports from BBC Sport and ESPN outline how the France forward discussed a potential move to Merseyside prior to joining PSG.
Written by GFR Transfer Desk · AR001072
Kylian Mbappé has discussed previous attempts by Liverpool to secure his signature prior to his move to Paris Saint-Germain, according to reports published by BBC Sport and ESPN.
As reported by BBC Sport, the France international indicated that he came close to joining the Merseyside club in 2016. Liverpool were actively pursuing the forward during that period, as he weighed up his options before ultimately committing his future to PSG.
Family influence and Anfield visit
ESPN reported that Mbappé explained how his mother had visited Anfield and was deeply impressed by the stadium and the club. Her positive impressions led her to encourage her son to consider a move to the Premier League side.
BBC Sport further noted that Mbappé highlighted his mother's admiration for former Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp, describing her as a major fan of the German coach during those discussions.
Decision to join PSG
Despite the interest shown by Liverpool and his family's affinity for the English club, Mbappé chose to continue his career in France by signing for Paris Saint-Germain.
Neither report offered further details regarding formal contract offers or specific financial terms discussed between the parties at the time.
Sources
- BBC Sport Football — I was close to joining Liverpool in 2016 - Mbappe
- ESPN Soccer — Mbappé details Liverpool's attempts to sign him
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