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Kylian Mbappe all-smiles in Monaco training as PSG target staggering £160m deal for French striker

Teenage sensation looks a step closer to forging a partnership with Neymar next season.

KYLIAN MBAPPE couldn't wipe the smile off his face as he trained with his Monaco team-mates.

But it might be because the French striker is set to earn a HUGE pay hike if he leaves for rivals Paris Saint-Germain. 

 Kylian Mbappe looked in high spirits at Monaco training on Friday
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Kylian Mbappe looked in high spirits at Monaco training on FridayCredit: AFP
 The French sensation is close to a £160m move to PSG
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The French sensation is close to a £160m move to PSGCredit: AFP

The 18-year-old sensation is thought to be closing in on a switch to the mega-rich Ligue 1 side in a deal that could be worth £160million.

Real Madrid were keen on Mbappe but have baulked at his staggering wage demands.

According to respected Spanish journalist Hector Fernandez, Mbappe wanted £200,000-a-week to join the Bernabeu.

Los Blancos simply responded: “Congratulations and good luck in Paris.”

Zinedine Zidane's side appear to have turned their attentions elsewhere but PSG desperately want him to team up with the world's most expensive player, Neymar.

PSG’s players have been told Mbappe is set to be unveiled at the Parc des Princes as soon as Monday.

 A young Monaco fan has his cap signed by Kylian Mbappe
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A young Monaco fan has his cap signed by Kylian MbappeCredit: Getty
 The 18-year-old is set for a huge wage hike if he signs for PSG
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The 18-year-old is set for a huge wage hike if he signs for PSGCredit: Getty
 Kylian Mbappe held talks with Real Madrid but they refused to meet his wage demands
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Kylian Mbappe held talks with Real Madrid but they refused to meet his wage demandsCredit: Getty - Contributor
 The 18-year-old played 75 minutes of the opening league game but failed to get on the scoresheet
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The 18-year-old played 75 minutes of the opening league game but failed to get on the scoresheetCredit: Getty - Contributor
 Kylian Mbappe scored 15 league goals in 17 starts last season
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Kylian Mbappe scored 15 league goals in 17 starts last seasonCredit: Getty - Contributor
Neymar is now reunited with former team-mate Dani Alves
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PSG want Kylian Mbappe to partner Neymar in attackCredit: Reuters

The French giants have one ambition in mind, to become the champions of Europe and will continue to splash in the cash until they lift the Champions League trophy.

And they hope that a profilic partnership of Neymar and Mbappe can fire them to glory.


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