Mbappé’s Legal Team’s Statement on Wage Claim
Mbappé’s legal team told Camel Live that, like any other employee, he is pursuing formal legal channels to claim unpaid wages.
They explained that the hearing on November 17 focused on Mbappé’s allegation that Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) owes him wages and bonuses for April, May, and June 2024.
Lawyers stated that the total amount owed to Mbappé is approximately €55 million, including wages and bonuses for April, May, and June 2024, as well as other additional payments specified in the contract. If fully unpaid, the total would reach €60.9 million.
Key Legal Developments So Far
On April 10 this year, Mbappé obtained a freezing order from the court to freeze PSG’s bank accounts. Prior to this, his legal team held a press conference, stating: “We have made a decision to take proactive action this time.”
However, a month later, PSG successfully overturned the decision and had the accounts unfrozen. In November, Mbappé appealed to the Court of Appeal, which dismissed his appeal this week and ordered him to pay legal costs plus €3,000 to PSG.
Controversy Over Alleged Agreement
Mbappé’s legal team told Camel Live that despite the club’s public statements, it has not provided any evidence to prove the existence of an agreement.
A legal source familiar with the case, who requested anonymity to protect relationships, told Camel Live that PSG admits no formal documents were signed but claims there was an understanding between the two parties.
The source noted that PSG aims to take a tough stance to set a precedent and prevent similar incidents from happening again. They added that this is a rebellion by the “new PSG” against its past, where players held excessive power.
Dispute Over Contract Nature
Mbappé’s legal team told Camel Live that his footballer contract should be legally classified as a permanent contract, which would automatically entitle him to benefits such as notice period salary and statutory redundancy compensation.
In response, PSG stated: “The request to reclassify his contract as a permanent contract… has no legal basis whatsoever.”
Details of Mbappé’s Total Claim
Mbappé’s legal team is seeking a total of €263 million in damages from PSG.
His claims include unpaid bonuses, back wages, moral bonuses, unreported work, psychological harassment, unfair dismissal, and violations of safety regulations.
PSG denied all allegations of harassment or pressure in a statement. They also pointed out that Mbappé participated in over 90% of the matches in the 2023-2024 season.
PSG’s €440 Million Counterclaim
Meanwhile, PSG has filed a counterclaim against Mbappé totaling approximately €440 million. The club is seeking compensation for economic losses and damages allegedly caused by Mbappé’s breach of contract and the missed substantial transfer fee.
In a statement, PSG said it aims to “acknowledge the significant losses suffered by the club due to Mr. Mbappé’s serious breach of his legally binding contractual obligations and the most basic principles of good faith and loyalty.”
They added that Mbappé “seizes every opportunity to constantly attack the club… This is a regrettable situation for the player himself and French football as a whole.”
The club emphasized that the case “concerns integrity, upholding values, and respect for Paris Saint-Germain and its fans. Meanwhile, PSG continues to consolidate its most successful season in history based on unity, hard work, team spirit, and the principle that the club’s interests come before individual interests.”
Verdict Timeline and Appeal Right
A verdict in the main case is expected on December 16, but both parties have the right to appeal to the Paris Court of Appeal.
Parallel Dispute with LFP and FFF
Concurrent with the main legal battle is another dispute related to the ruling by the French Professional Football League (LFP) in the case.
In September 2024, the LFP ruled that PSG must pay Mbappé the alleged €55 million in wages and bonuses. A month later, the LFP’s Appeal Committee upheld this ruling.
However, PSG challenged the decision and sued the LFP at the Paris Tribunal de Grande Instance, arguing the LFP had no jurisdiction to rule on the case as civil proceedings were already underway.
Subsequently, both the LFP and the French Football Federation (FFF) stated they could no longer hear the case and that it must be resolved by the judicial system.
According to AFP, a preliminary hearing for this parallel dispute has been scheduled for February 23, 2026.
This means the protracted dispute will continue.
