Mbappe is believed to be demanding an effective three-month period where he is unavailable domestically after the end of this season. 

Although that coincides with pre-season it would still see him playing football as he is planning for big roles at Euro 2024 in Germany and then the Olympics in Paris.

The latter event is said to be a total deal-breaker for him. With logistical problems being thrown up by this.

Mbappe is a maverick, though. He isn't just any old star player, he's Mbappe. In his career to date, it has been a case of what Mbappe wants, Mbappe gets. 

The prospect of having him come is enough to sell even this slightly strange idea.