Real Madrid Transfer News Roundup: Vinicius Junior eyeing exit; Eden Hazard wanted in MLS, and more - May 23, 2023
Real Madrid dropped down to third in La Liga after their 1-0 defeat at Valencia at the weekend. Carlo Ancelotti's team next face Rayo Vallecano on Wednesday (May 24) in the league.
Meanwhile, attacker Vinicius is considering leaving the Santiago Bernabeu this summer. Elsewhere, midfielder Eden Hazard is wanted in the MLS. On that note, here's a look at the key Real Madrid transfer stories as on May 23, 2023:
Vinicius Junior eyeing Real Madrid exit
Vinicius Junior is willing to leave Real Madrid following the continuous racial abuse he has faced in La Liga, according to UOL Esporte via The Hard Tackle.
The 22-year-old made headlines during the weekend defeat at Valencia. The Brazilian was constantly abused by home fans, which led to him losing his cool and receiving a red card.
Vinicius has been at the receiving end of such abuse multiple times this season and is reportedly frustrated with the situation. The Brazilian has gone from strength to strength since arriving at the Santiago Bernabeu six years ago. The 22-year-old has been a revelation for Los Blancos in recent seasons and is among the best players in the world right now.
He has notched up 23 goals and 21 assists in 54 games across competitions for Real Madrid this season. However, he has constantly been jeered by opposition fans. The incident against Valencia proved to be the last straw that broke the camel’s back. The Brazilian has already issued a statement regarding the episode and has received widespread support.
However, the 22-year-old is now contemplating a departure from the Santiago Bernabeu to put an end to the harassment pelted out on him. Paris Saint-Germain are monitoring the situation with interest, according to SPORT.
The French giants reckon Vinicius could be a superb replacement for Kylian Mbappe, whose future remains up in the air. However, the La Liga giants are unlikely to let Vinicius leave.
Eden Hazard wanted in MLS
Eden Hazard has admirers in the MLS, according to Spanish radio station COPE. The Belgian forward enters the final year of his contract with Real Madrid this summer but is unlikely to be handed an extension. The 32-year-old has been a disappointment since leaving Chelsea to join Los Blancos in 2019.
The La Liga giants want to remove his exorbitant salary from their wage bill and are ready to let him go this summer. Hazard wants to stay and see out his contract but has the option of moving to the MLS.
Vancouver Whitecaps have entered the race for the Belgian’s signature, while CF Montreal are eyeing the player with interest.
Real Sociedad willing to pay €15 million for Alvaro Odriozola
Real Sociedad are ready to pay €15 million for Alvaro Odriozola, according to Fichajes via The Hard Tackle.
The Spanish right-back is a peripheral figure at Real Madrid, who are ready to cash in on him this summer. The 27-year-old has failed to oust Dani Carvajal from the starting XI and has registered just six appearances across competitions this season.
Odriozola’s contract with Los Blancos expires in the summer of 2024, but a new deal looks unlikely. The player is also eager to leave the Santiago Bernabeu to secure regular football and get his career back on track.
Sociedad are willing to re-sign their former player, and Real Madrid are likely to accept their offer.