Mbappe set to stay in France following late bid for Paris Saint-Germain Youngster

The Mbappe brothers Kylian and Ethan | Imago

Mbappe set to stay in France following late bid for Paris Saint-Germain Youngster

Ayoola Kelechi 22:50 - 20.05.2024

The Paris Saint-Germain star denied rumours of a switch to Real Madrid and is currently being pursued by Lille in Ligue 1

Ligue 1 side Lille have made significant strides to secure the services of Paris Saint-Germain youngster Ethan Mbappe, Kylian Mbappe's younger brother.

Mbappe could become the next star to shine in Lille

According to an update by Santi Aouna, Lille have reached a verbal agreement with the young midfielder and have already scheduled a medical examination, for the 17-year-old.

Ethan Mbappe made his Ligue 1 debut in the last league match of the year 2023 | Imago
Ethan Mbappe made his Ligue 1 debut in the last league match of the year 2023 | Imago

Lille has built a reputation for being an ideal environment for young players to develop their skills and make their mark in professional football, and the club looks set to add Ethan Mbappe to their list of harnessed talents which also includes Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen.

Ethan Mbappe living outside his brother's shadow

For Ethan Mbappe, joining Lille is an opportunity to finally step out of his brother's shadow and establish his own identity in the footballing world.

Ethan Mbappe made his debut on his brother Kylian's 25th birthday | Imago
Ethan Mbappe made his debut on his brother Kylian's 25th birthday | Imago

From Lille's perspective, signing a player with Ethan Mbappe's potential aligns with their long-term goals of breeding youngsters for the first team or potential profit.

Ethan Mbappe decided not to follow his brother’s footsteps with a move to Real Madrid not on the youngster’s radar as he currently considers offers from within his native France.

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