Real Madrid Transfer News Roundup: Los Blancos want Premier League star, club receive Alphonso Davies boost, and more - July 9, 2024
Real Madrid are looking to build on their impressive 2023-24 campaign under Carlo Ancelotti. The Italian manager lifted the league and the Champions League last season and also got his hands on Supercopa de Espana.
Meanwhile, the Spanish champions have set their sights on a Brazilian midfielder who plays in the Premier League. Elsewhere, Los Blancos have received a boost in their efforts to sign Alphonso Davies.
On that note, let's look at the major Real Madrid transfer stories from July 9, 2024.
Real Madrid want Bruno Guimaraes
Real Madrid have turned their attention to Bruno Guimaraes, according to Fichajes. The La Liga giants are looking for a new midfielder this summer following Toni Kroos' retirement.
Meanwhile, Dani Ceballos remains linked with an exit from the Santiago Bernabeu, while Brahim Diaz's future also hangs in the balance. Luka Modric is expected to sign a one-year extension but is already in the final phase of his career.
The situation has prompted Los Blancos to delve into the market and they have zeroed in on Guimaraes. The Brazilian was very impressive for Newcastle United last season, registering seven goals and ten assists from 50 games.
The 26-year-old had a €100m release clause in his deal which recently expired, but is under contract at St. James' Park until 2028. Guimaraes is reportedly settled with the Magpies and not looking to leave at the moment.
However, Real Madrid have a record of getting their targets no matter the odds. The lure of playing at the Santiago Bernabeu has proven to be too hard to resist for many big names so far. Guimaraes could be the latest on that list.
Los Blancos receive Alphonso Davies boost
Real Madrid have received a boost in their efforts to sign Alphonso Davies this summer. According to Kicker, Bayern Munich have given up hope of tying Davies down to a new deal.
The Canadian is in the final year of his contract and the Bavarians' recent efforts to extend his stay have proven futile. Davies reportedly wants €20m in annual wages, which the Bundesliga giants are reluctant to offer.
As such, Bayern Munich will have to offload the player this summer to prevent losing him for free. Los Blancos are long-term admirers of the 23-year-old and remain keen to take him to the Santiago Bernabeu this year.
However, the Bavarians want €50-60m to let their prized asset leave, an amount the La Liga giants have no desire to pay. Unless Bayern reduce their asking price, a move may not be possible this summer.
The developments will suit Real Madrid, who can play the waiting game and lap Davies up for free next year.
Real Madrid hoping to complete Leny Yoro move by next week
Real Madrid are confident of completing a move for Leny Yoro by the middle of this month, according to journalist Ramon Alvarez de Mon. Carlo Ancelotti is pushing for a new defender following the departure of Nacho Fernandez.
Yoro has been identified as the ideal replacement for the veteran Spaniard. The Frenchman was in tremendous form for Lille in the 2023-24 campaign, registering 44 appearances across competitions and providing three assists.
The Ligue 1 side were previously demanding a premium fee for their prized asset, but recent reports have suggested that they had reduced their asking price. The 18-year-old's contract expires in 2025 and he has his heart set on a move to the Santiago Bernabeu.
Los Blancos are now confident that they can secure his services this summer. They start their pre-season training on July 15 and are hoping to declare Yoro's arrival by July 16.