Kylian Mbappe snubs Arsenal and Real Madrid until next year

Teenager to stick with Monaco for another season, even though Gunners are prepared to offer £130m

Kylian Mbappe, Monaco
(Image credit: Valery Hache/AFP/Getty)

Flattered, but no thanks. That is apparently the message to Arsene Wenger from Kylian Mbappe, who has told both the Gunners and Real Madrid that while he appreciates their interest he believes it would be best for his development if he stays at Monaco.

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