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Kylian Mbappe has consistently been linked with a move to Real Madrid since last summer's transfer window. Los Blancos made multiple bids for the Frenchman but Paris Saint-Germain rejected them all. Many reports now claim that the move is all but done.
Many players from the Spanish giants like Karim Benzema, Dani Carvajal and Luka Modric have been asked about the French superstar before. They have all praised him but remained discreet about his move to Madrid.
This was the case again with Real Madrid legend and captain Marcelo. The left-back gave an interview on 'El Hormiguero', an Antena 3 show hosted by Spanish comedian Pablo Motos.
He was asked about Mbappe joining Madrid. He was also jokingly asked if he wished the Frenchman picks up an injury ahead of their second leg clash in the Champions League. Marcelo said (via Managing Madrid):
"I don’t see him at Madrid because I don’t know the future. You shouldn’t wish anything bad on anyone. I think that if we win we have to do it for ourselves, not because someone is missing. For the good of the sport, all the players have to be there. May the best win.”
The speculation surrounding Mbappe's transfer has been growing each week. Reports claim that a pre-agreement has been reached between the player and Real Madrid. Whereas, many report that the Frenchman is set to sign a short-term extension with PSG to stay at the club beyond the summer window. It seems that this transfer saga will only get clearer in the summer.
Real Madrid will need to contain Mbappe in the second leg of their Champions League clash
PSG came out 1-0 winners when the two teams clashed in the first leg of the R16 of the Champions League on February 15. It took a 94th minute goal by Mbappe for the French side to take the lead at the Parc des Princes.
Los Blancos surprisingly played a very defensive style of football. However, it was clear that the French superstar was causing them trouble throughout the game. Dani Carvajal and Marco Asensio tried to double up on him but were still unable to stop him.
If Real Madrid are to proceed to the next round, a big part of their second leg will include keeping the Frenchman quiet. They need to score but will have to be wary to not concede either.
