Jurgen Klopp recounts failed 2017 attempt to sign Kylian Mbappe
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 6:40 AM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
Jurgen Klopp revealed that he tried to sign Kylian Mbappe for Liverpool in 2017, describing it as the most expensive non-signing of his career. The manager organized a confidential meeting with Mbappe and his family, even arranging a private jet to keep the discussions under wraps. Despite Liverpool's ambitious efforts, Mbappe chose to join Paris Saint-Germain instead. Klopp expressed no hard feelings about the outcome, acknowledging Mbappe's decision as the best option for his future.
- •Klopp attempted to sign Mbappe while he was at AS Monaco.
- •A private jet was used for negotiations to maintain confidentiality.
- •Mbappe ultimately selected PSG over Liverpool.
- •Klopp reflected positively on the attempt despite the outcome.
- 6:40 AMYahoo Sports — Jurgen Klopp reveals he tried to sign Real Madrid megastar in 2017 for Liverpool: ‘Most expensive non-signing I’ve ever made’
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