Ryan Giggs says Manchester United scouted Kylian Mbappé but declined a move
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 11:56 AM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Former Manchester United winger Ryan Giggs disclosed that the Premier League club monitored Kylian Mbappé during his tenure at Monaco. Despite evaluating the forward, Manchester United leadership opted against pursuing a formal transfer deal for him. Mbappé eventually went on to represent other top European clubs, becoming one of the most prominent players in the sport. Giggs provided these details while reflecting on past scouting operations conducted by the organization. The decision highlights the club's approach to talent acquisition during that period. No further details regarding the specific timing of the scouting reports or the reasoning behind the decision were disclosed.
- •Ryan Giggs confirmed Manchester United scouted Kylian Mbappé.
- •The evaluation took place while the forward was playing for Monaco.
- •Manchester United decided not to attempt a signing of the player.
- •Giggs spoke about the scouting process during his time at the club.
- 12:35 PMESPN Soccer — Giggs: Utd scouted Mbappé, didn't try to sign him
"Former Manchester United winger Ryan Giggs has revealed that the club scouted Kylian Mbappé when he was at Monaco and decided against him signing him.
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