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Liverpool are planning a move for Kylian Mbappé in the summer of 2027, with a £212 million offer discussed inside the club.
Financial planning
Club directors are examining how a deal of that size could be funded. One option under discussion is a rethink of the wage structure, including moving on some high earners to create room in the budget.
Mbappé, one of the most prominent forwards of his generation, remains a major name in the transfer market. Liverpool are said to view the France international as a possible central figure in their next project if conditions allow.
Mbappé's decision
The biggest obstacle is the fee, and Mbappé's own stance. Even if Liverpool are ready to table a heavy bid, his decision on his future is likely to shape whether talks go any further.