Real Madrid Transfer News Roundup: Los Blancos suffer Leny Yoro blow, club offered chance to sign French midfielder, and more - June 21, 2024
Real Madrid are preparing for the upcoming season after a hugely successful run in the 2023/24 campaign. Los Blancos won the league, the Champions League and the Supercopa de Espana under Carlo Ancelotti, who is now working to upgrade his squad.
Meanwhile, Los Blancos have suffered a blow in their efforts to sign Leny Yoro. Elsewhere, the Spanish champions have been offered the chance to sign a French midfielder this summer.
On that note, let's look at the major Real Madrid transfer stories from June 21, 2024.
Real Madrid suffer Leny Yoro blow
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) are firmly in the race to sign Leny Yoro this summer, according to Ligue 1 expert Jonathan Johnson. The French defender has been outstanding for Lille in recent times, but his contract is set to expire at the end of next campaign.
Real Madrid are sweating on the future of Nacho Fernandes and could look for a new defender this summer. Yoro is a long-term target for the La Liga champions and he remains heavily linked with a move to the Santiago Bernabeu this year.
However, in his column for Caught Offside, Johnson stated that the Parisians, Liverpool and Manchester United are also eyeing the 18-year-old.
“Leny Yoro is attracting interest from a number of top, top clubs at this moment in time. Liverpool are the latest to be linked, but obviously there has been long-standing interest from the likes of Real Madrid and PSG, while Manchester United have been linked as well,” wrote Johnson
Johnson went on to add that PSG have gained ground in the race to sign Yoro in recent days.
“However, it is my understanding that PSG have gained a bit of ground in trying to sign him, which is a turnaround in the situation, and it will be interesting to see what they can do to convince him that the Parc des Princes is the place for him to pledge his future.”
“It’s clear PSG have a massive opportunity with Yoro, although it’s worth noting that Luis Campos tends to favour the Portuguese market, and there are alternatives in that pool of talent. Still, Yoro hails from the Paris region and that is something that could be used to PSG’s advantage," wrote Johnson.
He concluded:
"My latest understanding is that PSG are not as far away now as they were a few weeks ago in terms of being able to beat Real Madrid in the race for his signature. So, I wouldn’t rule PSG out of this one, but equally there are also going to be Premier League clubs keeping an eye on what happens as well, especially amid the uncertainty with French teams and the saga with the TV rights deal dragging on.”
Yoro appeared 44 times across competitions for Lille in the 2023/24 campaign, most of which were starts.
Los Blancos offered chance to sign Adrien Rabiot
Real Madrid have been offered the chance to sign Adrien Rabiot this summer, according to GdS. The French midfielder was in fine form for Juventus in the 2023/24 campaign, registering five goals and three assists from 35 games across competitions.
However, Rabiot's contract expires at the end of this month and he hasn't agreed to a new deal yet. The Bianconeri are locked in talks with the 29-year-old as they attempt to keep him at Turin beyond the summer.
The situation has generated interest from multiple clubs in the continent. Los Blancos are also looking for a new midfielder this year, having bid adieu to Toni Kroos. With Dani Ceballos' future also up in the air, Rabiot could be a fine option for Carlo Ancelotti to consider.
The Frenchman is apparently willing to join the La Liga giants, which makes the move a rather straightforward affair. However, Real Madrid have targeted younger players in recent windows and because Rabiot doesn't fit into their transfer policy, a move cannot be guaranteed.
Liverpool eyeing Arda Guler
Liverpool are plotting to take Arda Guler to Anfield, according to UOL. Real Madrid could have a squad reshuffle following the arrival of Kylian Mbappe and Endrick this summer. Carlo Ancelotti will be spoilt for choice in attack and midfield as a result, raising doubts about the futures of multiple players, including Guler.
The Turkish midfielder joined Los Blancos from Fenerbahce last summer and endured a mixed campaign at the Santiago Bernabeu. He is highly rated by the La Liga champions but that hasn't stopped speculation regarding his future.
The Reds are keeping a close eye on the situation as they look to revamp the squad to fit Arne Slot's tactics. Real Madrid could be open to a loan move for the 19-year-old this summer, if they believe that he will be starved of game time.
Real Sociedad are fast emerging as a potential destination for Guler in a temporary move, and Liverpool have now entered the fray. The Merseyside club also have their eyes on Rodrigo, whose future remains up in the air. However, Ancelotti is unlikely to let the Brazilian leave.