Real Madrid Transfer News Roundup: Los Blancos eyeing Bologna star, club suffer Alphonso Davies setback, and more - June 17, 2024
Real Madrid are looking ahead to an exciting summer transfer window. Carlo Ancelotti has already secured the services of Kylian Mbappe and Endrick, but is expected to further bolster his squad before the new campaign.
Meanwhile, Los Blancos are interested in a Bologna defender. Elsewhere, the La Liga champions have suffered a setback in their plans to sign Alphonso Davies this summer.
On that note, let's look at the major Real Madrid transfer stories from June 17, 2024.
Real Madrid eyeing Bologna star
Real Madrid have set their sights on Riccardo Calafiori, according to Fichajes.net. The La Liga giants are expected to sign a new defender this summer, with Nacho Fernandez's future not set in stone.
The veteran defender's contract with the club expires at the end of this season and he hasn't agreed to an extension yet. Carlo Ancelotti is keeping his options open in case the Spaniard leaves and had previously identified Leny Yoro as a target.
However, the La Liga giants are reluctant to match Lille's €60m asking price for the Frenchman, who will enter the final year of his contract this summer. Calafiori has emerged as an option after an impressive campaign with Bologna.
The 22-year-old appeared 37 times across competitions for the Serie A side, most of which were starts. The player's contract runs until 2027, and he could be available for €30m this summer. Calafiori is also capable of operating at left-back, which will suit Real Madrid.
Los Blancos suffer Alphonso Davies setback
Real Madrid have suffered a setback in their efforts to secure the services of Alphonso Davies this summer. According to Sky Germany, Bayern Munich have decided to keep hold of the Canadian speedster for now.
The 23-year-old will enter the final year of his contract with the Bavarians next month and hasn't agreed to a new deal yet. Los Blancos are keeping a close eye on the situation and are hoping to sign him for a reduced fee this year.
The German giants are struggling to tie Davies down to a new contract and it was previously expected that they would consider his departure. However, it now appears that Bayern Munich are willing to risk losing the Canadian for free next summer, as they have decided to retain him for next season.
The La Liga giants do have Ferland Mendy in their roster, with the Frenchman enjoyed an impressive 2023/24 campaign. The Frenchman is also in the final year of his contract at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Carlo Ancelotti is a fan of Mendy, and wouldn't mind having him around for another campaign. Real Madrid could try to sign Davies as a free agent next summer, and allow the Frenchman to leave.
Veteran duo set for contract extension
Luka Modric and Lucas Vazquez are set to sign contract extensions with Real Madrid, according to acclaimed journalist Fabrizio Romano. Both players are in the final month of their contracts and speculation is ripe regarding their next move.
Modric struggled for chances in the 2023/24 campaign, but remains a key part of Los Blancos' plans. With Toni Kroos deciding to retire at the end of Euro 2024, Carlo Ancelotti is reluctant to let go of the Croatian just yet.
Meanwhile, Lucas Vazquez has been an able backup for Dani Carvajal at the Santiago Bernabeu and wants to continue at the club. Vazquez appeared 38 times across competitions in the 2023/24 campaign, registering three goals and eight assists.
The La Liga champions have a policy of handing one-year deals to players above the age of 30. As such, both Vazquez and Modric will sign short-term contracts until 2025.