Kylian Mbappé Is Target of Record Offer From Saudi Arabia’s Al Hilal
Al Hilal of the Saudi Professional League made a bid to Paris St.-Germain to acquire the French striker in what would be the most expensive soccer transfer in history.
PSG Says Kylian Mbappé Must Sign New Deal or Leave
Nasser al-Khelaifi, the president of Paris St.-Germain, was introducing the team’s new coach when he turned to tough talk on the future of his team’s biggest star.
Luciano Spalletti and the Power of Walking Away
The Napoli coach led his team to a long-delayed title and then left because the job was done. That is worth celebrating.
Mbappé’s Split With P.S.G. Widens Into a War of Words
In dueling statements, the French striker and Paris St.-Germain disputed basic facts about the breakdown of their relationship.
Kylian Mbappé Tells P.S.G. He Will Leave Club Next Summer
The star forward has told his French team he will not renew his contract next year. His decision could force a long-awaited move to Real Madrid.
Lionel Messi’s Bitter Divorce From P.S.G.
A missed practice, a Saudi vacation and a brief suspension brought a sudden end to a star’s transactional relationship with Paris St.-Germain, and Qatar.
P.S.G.’s Star System Has Run Its Course
Even with Messi, Mbappé and Neymar, the French champion is a Champions League also-ran once again. Is buying local the way forward?
Opening the Post-World Cup Mailbag
Was Argentina-France the greatest final ever? Or a dull game with a great finish? Readers have their say, and our columnist holds his ground.
Pelé Set Soccer’s Gold Standard. It Can’t Be Matched.
The debate over the game’s greatest player always begins with comparison to the Brazilian master. But Pelé’s on-field artistry was only one part of what made him unforgettable.