Barter on the horizon between Real Madrid and Liverpool for Mbappé

The French forward is considering leaving the white club in the summer of 2027

Mario Roldán Martínez | 9 Oct 2026 | 18.30
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Kylian Mbappé, player for Real Madrid / Getty Images
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Kylian Mbappé is once again at the center of the debate regarding his future at Real Madrid, while the Liverpool transfer market emerges as a possible destination for the French forward. The possibility of a swap deal involving Florian Wirtz outlines a market scenario conditioned by the sporting situation of both players and the decisions of their clubs.

Kylian Mbappé and Liverpool, a possibility gaining attention

Statements made by Daniel Riolo, a journalist from RMC Sport, have fueled speculation about a potential Mbappé exit. On October 9, 2026, Riolo expressed doubts about the player's attitude in Marca and his communication, hinting at England as a place where he might seek tranquility.

When asked about Liverpool, the journalist did not rule out that possibility. He also noted that Mbappé could be disappointed with the evolution of the Madrid project, although this is a personal interpretation and not an announcement by the player.

The Frenchman's contract with Real Madrid runs until June 2029, following his confirmation at the club in 2024 for five seasons. Any operation would require an agreement between the entities and the player's willingness to change teams.

Florian Wirtz, the player that could change the deal

Including Florian Wirtz in a possible swap deal would introduce a sporting and economic variable to the scenario. The German international joined Liverpool in 2025 from Bayer Leverkusen, but his adaptation has fallen below initial expectations.

In the 2025-2026 season, Wirtz recorded five goals and eight assists, as reported by AS. His market value also dropped from 100 to 85 million euros, according to Transfermarkt figures cited by the Spanish media.

These numbers help explain why the German's name may surface in high-level transfer speculations, although they do not confirm that Liverpool has offered him in exchange for Mbappé. Nor do they allow for a definitive assessment of an operation that would depend on multiple contractual and sporting factors.

For Real Madrid, the key question would be whether an eventual Mbappé departure makes sense in their planning and what kind of compensation they would accept. For Liverpool, integrating the French forward would involve assessing his fit in the squad and the overall cost of the deal.

Mbappé's future hinges on sporting decisions

Kylian Mbappé's situation is also marked by criticisms related to his physical recovery and public appearances. Real Madrid coach, José Mourinho, has defended the player against recent criticisms, while the debate about his relationship with the fans remains prevalent within the club's environment.

For now, the next steps will depend on Real Madrid's sporting progress and the decisions made by Mbappé himself. Liverpool will continue to be a recurring name in speculations about his future, but any potential swap involving Florian Wirtz would need concrete contacts and verifiable conditions before becoming a market operation.

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