Liverpool and Chelsea are among the leading contenders in a group of four teams vying for Mbappe, as his move to Real Madrid is now completely off the table.

The back-and-forth speculation about Kylian Mbappe’s potential move to Real Madrid seems to have reached a conclusion, as reports indicate that the Frenchman’s transfer to the Spanish capital is now officially off.

While there have been conflicting accounts about the next destination for the French World Cup winner, the Spanish outlet, Cadena Ser, highlighted that Real Madrid had definitively ruled out the signing of Kylian Mbappe.

Rumors suggest that the 24-year-old is demanding a higher salary than what Real president Florentino Perez is willing to offer and, curiously, there’s uncertainty surrounding his age.

Nevertheless, the indication that Mbappe might be available from the following summer implies that Liverpool, Chelsea, Manchester United, and Newcastle—previously associated with the player according to FourFourTwo—could potentially vie for securing his contract.

Within the quartet of Premier League powerhouses, Liverpool and Chelsea seem to have a stronger footing in the potential pursuit.

Manchester United continues to face challenges in both domestic and European competitions, making them a less attractive option for a player of Mbappe’s aspirations.

While Newcastle might have the financial capacity to meet the player’s demands, manager Eddie Howe is emphasizing the importance of maintaining harmony within his team’s dynamics.

Jurgen Klopp has consistently shown great interest in a player who could potentially serve as an ideal substitute for Mo Salah if he were to move to the Saudi Pro League. Meanwhile, Todd Boehly’s lavish spending at Chelsea has been extensive so far.

While there’s a significant distance to cover before Mbappe commits to any club, the latest updates suggest the possibility of one of the world’s top players joining the Premier League by the 2024/25 season — potentially leading to a club rivalry with Erling Haaland.