Kylian Mbappé is demanding €55 million in unpaid wages and bonuses from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), a situation that could jeopardize the club's eligibility for UEFA competitions.

The conflict stems from an agreement made in August 2023, when Mbappé refused to extend his contract, leading to his exclusion from the team and a subsequent free transfer to Real Madrid.

PSG contends that they are not obligated to pay this amount, arguing that Mbappé forfeited it by choosing to leave as a free agent.

The dispute has seen both parties adopt different strategies, with PSG favoring ordinary court settlements while Mbappé emphasizes the importance of sporting regulations.

Despite favorable rulings from Ligue 1 governing bodies, PSG has yet to settle the debt, escalating tensions with the player.

Mbappé's lawyer, Delphine Verheyden, has stated that they will not relent until the owed amount is paid, claiming to act on behalf of all players.

On December 20, 2024, Verheyden filed a new appeal with the French Football Federation (FFF) to compel PSG to comply with previous rulings favoring Mbappé.

Verheyden has accused PSG of attempting to circumvent sporting regulations, warning that such actions could disrupt the entire football system.

If Mbappé prevails in his case, PSG would be required to pay the €55 million and could face additional penalties, including interest and procedural costs.

A source close to PSG expressed confusion over why Mbappé has not pursued the matter through the appropriate labor court, suggesting he may be seeking to penalize his former club.

Mbappé's claim for the €55 million includes a signing bonus of €36 million, three months of salary, and an ethical bonus for the same period.

The Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP) previously deemed Mbappé's request inadmissible, a decision that PSG is contesting in court.