Fayza Lamari shared insights into her relationship with the France captain as he prepares to leave PSG after six years with the club.
The speculation surrounding Kylian Mbappé’s future appears to be drawing to a close, as the 25-year-old Les Bleus skipper officially announced his departure from Paris Saint-Germain at the end of the 2023-24 season. Mbappé made this announcement via a three-minute video on his official Instagram page, where he has over 113 million followers.
In his heartfelt farewell, the French superstar expressed gratitude to his teammates, colleagues, staff, and the club’s fans, marking the end of what has been a remarkable tenure at the Parc des Princes.
In a revealing interview with ‘Envoyé Spécial,’ Mbappé’s mother, Fayza Lamari, shed light on her clashes with the PSG star over his finances.
A portion of Mbappé’s monthly earnings is allocated to ‘Inspired by KM,’ a charitable association aimed at assisting 98 children in realizing their life projects. Launched earlier this year on January 20, the initiative underscores Mbappé’s commitment to making a positive impact off the field.
Lamari disclosed that she demanded Kylian donate a significant portion of his salary, threatening to stop working for him if he didn’t comply. She recalled, “I told him: ‘I don’t do anything below 30%! I’ll retire and do what everyone else does, go on holiday to the Maldives, but I won’t work for you!’”
This negotiation wasn’t without its challenges. Initially proposing a 50% contribution, Fayza and Kylian eventually settled on 30% after extensive discussions.
Reflecting on the ‘Envoyé Spécial’ report, Lamari admitted her initial expectations were higher, stating, “At first, I told him it would be 50%, but we talked about it and he settled at 30%.”
Beyond financial matters, the interview also delved into Kylian Mbappé’s thoughts on fame. The French skipper expressed a yearning for the simplicity of everyday life, lamenting the loss of spontaneity that comes with celebrity status.
Mbappé’s stellar 2023-24 season with PSG saw him netting 26 goals and providing seven assists in 28 Ligue 1 appearances.
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Mbappé has already reached personal terms with Real Madrid and is expected to earn less than his PSG salary, with a major announcement anticipated after the 2023-24 Champions League final.
