Real Madrid's pursuit of Kylian Mbappe has sparked warnings from Celta Vigo's Iago Aspas, who suggests that the French star's arrival could have unforeseen consequences for La Liga's competitiveness.
With Real Madrid attackings lineup already talents like Jude Bellingham, Vinicius Jr., and Rodrygo, Real Madrid's interest in Kylian Mbappe to add further firepower to their ranks.
Bellingham currently leads the club and league's scoring charts with 16 league goals, contributing to their tally of 56 goals so far this season.
Kylian Mbappe, having enjoyed a good campaign with PSG, has netted an impressive 34 goals in as many appearances, making him one of the most sought-after talents in world football.
In an interview with Diario AS, Aspas emphasized the potential impact of Mbappe's arrival, stating,
"It would be good for La Liga because the better players who come, the more repercussions and economic income will be generated. After that, the cake would have to be shared a little better so that the other teams could get a little closer to Real Madrid."
However, Aspas cautioned against overestimating the immediate impact of high-profile signings, drawing parallels with PSG's failed attempts to clinch the Champions League despite star-studded acquisitions.
"On paper, it is very easy to say that Real Madrid are going to sweep everything with Mbappe, but that has to be reflected on the pitch. PSG were also going to be the bomb with Messi and Neymar, but they didn’t win the Champions League any year," he remarked.
The allure of star power isn't always a guarantee of success in football, as evidenced by Paris Saint-Germain's recent struggles in the UEFA Champions League following high-profile signings.
When PSG secured the services of Lionel Messi to reunite him with former Barcelona teammate Neymar Jr., expectations soared, with many tipping the French giants for Champions League glory. However, PSG's performances on the European stage failed to live up to the hype, as they fell short in the round of 16 in two consecutive seasons.
Despite boasting an attacking trio of Messi, Neymar, and Mbappe, PSG's European campaign faltered, raising questions about the effectiveness of assembling a star-studded lineup without cohesive team dynamics.
The departure of Messi and Neymar last season marked a turning point for PSG, with the club experiencing showcase better performance in their Champions League league games.