Transfer Talk: Real Madrid may drop Rodrygo for new signings،
The summer transfer window is closed across Europe, but there are still moves afoot and plenty of gossip swirling. Transfer Talk brings you all the latest buzz on rumors, comings and goings and, of course, done deals!
TOP STORY: Rodrygo faces uncertain future at Real Madrid
Real Madrid winger Rodrygo risks being landed by the Spanish club, because The Whites consider other attacking reinforcements, reports Sport.
The Brazil international has managed just one goal and one assist in 11 games this season, representing a disappointing return that leaves him facing an uncertain future at Real Madrid. While there is no doubt about the 22-year-old’s abilities, the La Liga club are keen to further strengthen their attacking options, which could jeopardize Rodrygo’s place at the Santiago Bernabéu.
Real Madrid also reportedly didn’t appreciate Rodrygo’s recent comments regarding his displeasure at being used as a striker. He was quoted as saying this week at the national team camp: “I’ve always made it clear that I have a knack for playing on the wings. I just don’t like playing as a number 9, even though in my club, I have to do it.”
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Young Brazilian Endrick is expected to join Real Madrid in July 2024, which will add to Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti’s attacking options, and the club still remains interested in completing a transfer for the Paris Saint-Germain striker. Kylian Mbappé, who sees his contract with the French champions expire at the end of the season. Although it appears PSG are keen to agree a new deal with the 24-year-old, little progress has been made.
In addition to this, the report suggests that the attacker Erling Haaland is always on The Whites‘ radar, even as Manchester City reportedly push to sign him to a new, longer contract.
Should Real Madrid part ways with Rodrygo, they would likely be able to demand a significant fee for his services, which would represent an attractive prospect for the club, who may be able to offload the winger in the near future .
Paper gossip
– Arsenal confident they will secure new contract for defender Ben Whitereports Fabrizio Romano. White is said to be happy at Arsenal, with negotiations over a new contract underway. The 26-year-old is under contract at the Emirates Stadium until 2026; However, after proving adept at both centre-back and right-back, the England international has become a key player for manager Mikel Arteta, making the Gunners keen to extend his stay in north London.
– Manchester United appointed Crystal Palace defender Marc Guéhi as an option for January, Football Insider reports. The Red Devils are keen to strengthen their defensive options, following injuries to Raphaël Varane and Lisandro Martínez so far this campaign. However, the Premier League giants are said to face stiff competition for the 23-year-old, with Liverpool, Newcastle, Tottenham and Arsenal all interested in the England international.
– Free agent Socrates have rejected an offer from Real Betis, as the defender awaits an approach from Bayern Munich, according to Sky Sports Deutschland. Florian Plettenberg. The 35-year-old has been without a club since the end of the 2022-23 season after leaving Olympiacos. There is reportedly no contact between the Bavarian team and the player yet, but Bayern only have one fit centre-back, Kim Min-Jae, leaving the door open for a possible move for Sokratis as blanket.
– Juventus keen to complete deal for Nice midfielder Khafre Thuram in January, however, the Turin club is aware that it will be difficult to recruit the midfielder, reveals Tuttosport. The major issues for Juventus are the tough competition they will face for the 22-year-old, as well as the price Nice have set for the playmaker. The report reveals that a swap deal could be on offer, Nice open to deal involving winger Samuel Iling-Junior join the Ligue 1 team.
– Liverpool, Everton and Brighton are among the Premier League clubs monitoring the Schalke midfielder Assan Ouédraogoaccording to Sky Sports Deutschland Florian Plettenberg. It is reported that the 17-year-old has a release clause in 2024 which would see him leave for €20 million if a foreign club makes a move. The talented midfielder has one goal in nine appearances for Schalke this season.
