This case could have wider repercussions beyond the player himself. If the court rules in Mbappe’s favour and reclassifies his contract as a permanent employment agreement, it could open the door for similar claims from other footballers against clubs using fixed-term deals.
The legal battle also underscores Les Parisiens' increasingly complicated financial landscape, with the club already under scrutiny for its high wage bill and Financial Fair Play compliance. PSG’s legal team are confident of defending their case, insisting that all outstanding payments were settled under the terms of Mbappe’s final contract.
Still, the optics of a courtroom clash between the club and its former captain-turned-Madrid superstar are far from ideal. The proceedings come as PSG aim to shift focus on the pitch, rebuilding under Luis Enrique after finally winning the Champions League last season.