Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has filed a defamation lawsuit against Kylian Mbappe, accusing him of damaging the club’s image. The French champions are demanding compensation as tensions grow between the star player and the club following recent comments.
PSG and Mbappe in a Court Battle Over €55 Million
What Started the Problem?
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and their former star Kylian Mbappe are now fighting in court. The problem began when Mbappe claimed Paris Saint-Germain owed him €55 million. He even took legal action and blocked some of PSG’s bank accounts in April 2025. This forced the club to pay part of the money.
But PSG is not staying quiet. On Monday, they went to court and asked the judge to cancel the order that allowed Mbappe to freeze their money. They said Mbappe didn’t give strong enough proof that they really owed him the full amount. Paris Saint-Germain believes that Mbappe rushed into court and that there was no real risk they wouldn’t pay him.
Mbappe’s Side Fights Back
Mbappe’s lawyer, Thomas Clay, defended their move. He said they only got €14 million out of the €55 million that Mbappe is supposed to receive. So, most of the money is still unpaid. Mbappe’s team says they had no choice but to freeze the club’s accounts because they were afraid Paris Saint-Germain might not pay.
Clay added that even banks were slow to cooperate. He said, “Where is the money? It wasn’t easy to get it. Some banks refused to help. Paris Saint-Germain is supported by Qatar, and that makes things difficult. There is not enough transparency with the club’s finances.”
What PSG Says About Mbappe
Paris Saint-Germain responded with some very strong words. One of the club’s lawyers, Renaud Semerdjian, said the €98 million counterclaim they made is not really about getting money from Mbappe. Instead, it’s to prove that Mbappe’s original claim was unfair and wrong.
The lawyer said, “Mbappe owes us money because of the delays and damage he caused. He didn’t show enough proof that we owe him anything. He wanted everything from Paris Saint-Germain , got it, and then tried to walk away with all the benefits like no one would notice. He even made fun of the club, saying he was not ‘Kylian Saint-Germain.’”
This shows how badly the relationship between Mbappe and PSG has broken down. The club feels betrayed by the player they supported for many years.
What Happens Next?
The legal case is now in the hands of the Paris Judicial Court. The final decision is expected on May 26. The court will decide if Mbappe was right to freeze PSG’s accounts or if PSG’s counterclaim is valid.
If Mbappe wins, PSG may have to pay the full amount he asked for. If PSG wins, Mbappe’s claim may be rejected, and he could even owe money to the club.
This long fight has affected both sides. Mbappe has already moved on from PSG, while the club is still recovering from the drama. Both sides now wait to see how the judge will rule.
A Look Back at the Conflict
This legal battle is the latest twist in Mbappe’s exit from PSG. Over the past year, there were many rumors about his future, including possible moves to Real Madrid and problems inside PSG. In the end, he left the club with many hard feelings on both sides.
Now, the focus is not on football but on lawyers, courtrooms, and large amounts of money. Fans are shocked by how badly things turned out between one of the world’s best players and his former club.
Whatever the decision on May 26, this case will remain one of the biggest legal fights in football history.
Scoreboard of the Case:
| Topic | Mbappe’s Claim | PSG’s Response |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Amount | €55 million | Only €14 million paid |
| PSG’s Counterclaim | €98 million | Not for money, just to prove Mbappe wrong |
| Court Decision Date | – | May 26 |
| Main Argument | Unpaid bonus | Claim is unfair and rushed |
This story shows that even in football, money and trust can cause huge problems—even between stars and the clubs that made them famous.