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Kylian Mbappe confirms Liverpool transfer desire: ‘It’s going to be insane’

Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe has spoken about Liverpool's well-documented interest in signing him.

By Tom Weber · Football Transfers

Published: Tuesday, 22 September 2026 at 3:32 PM

Key Things to Know

Kylian Mbappe confirmed his mother wanted him to sign for Liverpool when leaving Monaco in 2017.
Mbappe turned down Liverpool and joined Paris Saint-Germain on an initial loan before a €180 million permanent move.
Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp held transfer talks with Mbappe on a private jet.

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Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe revealed that his mother and agent, Fayza Lamari, strongly urged him to join Liverpool when he was leaving Monaco in 2017. Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp met with the French international on a private jet to present the club's project, and Lamari visited Anfield to observe matches and meet staff during negotiations.

Despite his mother's preference and Liverpool's pursuit, Mbappe opted to join Paris Saint-Germain initially on loan before completing a permanent €180 million transfer. The forward stated he chose PSG because he wanted to stay in France and play for his hometown club before moving abroad.

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Kylian Mbappe confirms Liverpool transfer desire: ‘It’s going to be insane’

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