Mbappé Files a Lawsuit Against Paris Saint-Germain

 

  

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Mbappé Files a Lawsuit Against Paris Saint-Germain

In an unprecedented legal escalation, French star Kylian Mbappé has filed a criminal complaint against his former club, Paris Saint-Germain, accusing them of "moral assault" and attempting to pressure him through inhumane means to renew his contract during the summer of 2023.

The Paris prosecutor's office confirmed receiving Mbappé's complaint, in which he alleged that the Parisian club had isolated him from the first team and forced him to train with the group of excluded players in an attempt to pressure him to accept a contract extension that was due to expire in June 2024, according to Agence France-Presse.

An Escalating Dispute Since the Summer of 2023

The roots of the dispute date back to the summer of 2023, when Mbappé informed the club's management that he did not intend to exercise the option to renew for an additional season. In response, Paris Saint-Germain removed him from the first team roster and deprived him of the privileges of regular players, which the player considered a violation of his rights as a professional employee.

In addition to the criminal complaint, Mbappé filed a civil lawsuit with a French labor court, demanding €55 million in financial dues, including salaries and bonuses, which he claims the club has not paid him. The French Professional League (LFP) supported Mbappé's claims in an initial ruling, ordering Paris Saint-Germain to repay the amount. However, the club appealed the ruling, and the case remains open.

Potential Threat to the Club's European Participation

In a significant development, one of Mbappé's lawyers warned that the case could reach the European Football Association (UEFA), which could put Paris Saint-Germain at risk of losing its license to participate in continental competitions, such as the Champions League. This threat places additional pressure on the club, which has yet to issue an official statement regarding the case.

Two investigating judges in Paris are overseeing the case to determine whether the club's management exerted pressure or committed legal violations against the player. If the charges are proven, the club could face legal and disciplinary consequences.

From a contractual dispute to a major crisis

This legal escalation represents a precedent in the relationship between clubs and major stars, as a contractual dispute turns into a legal matter that could alter the balance of power between players and sports administrations across Europe. Amid official silence from Paris Saint-Germain, sports circles are awaiting developments in the case, amid questions about the repercussions of the case on the club's image and the future relationship between major players and their clubs.