Mbappe's mind changed because of pressure from France's president and PSG

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has finally addressed why Kylian Mbappe refused to join his side and re-sign with PSG. He told El Chiringuito TV: “Kylian Mbappé did not betray me.

“Mbappé told us his dream was to play for Real Madrid, many and many times. But then all changed in 15 days because of political & economical pressure

“His dream had to change, so. (France president) Macron called Mbappé, it makes no sense. PSG offered him to be the leader of the project, it changed everything. I didn't see same Kylian Mbappé that we wanted.

“I think Kylian Mbappé's mom wanted him to join Real Madrid, she knows it has always been Kylian's dream. I'm sure she wanted Mbappé to join us, but things change and we have to respect. I still respect Kylian, absolutely.

“It was not easy for Mbappé to receive calls from the president of France... to tell you not to leave the club. Then go to Qatar and they offer things that drive you crazy, probably things out of proportion. This is why Kylian has changed.”

Mbappe was poised to join Madrid in the summer, but signed a lucrative 3-year contract with PSG that ensured

Source: El Chiringuito TV - via FabrizioRomano