Real Madrid plotting massive €200 million offer to add star player to Carlo Ancelotti's squad - Reports
Real Madrid are planning a €200m move for Erling Haaland, according to Fichajes.net. The Norwegian superstar has been a long-term target for Los Blancos and also one of the most lethal strikers in the world right now.
Haaland arrived at Manchester City from Borussia Dortmund in the summer of 2022 as one of the rising stars in the European circuit. There were reports that the LaLiga champions also wanted him that year, but the presence of Karim Benzema may have tempted the player to move to the Etihad instead.
The transfer turned out to be a masterstroke. The 24-year-old has taken his game to a whole new level under Pep Guardiola at Manchester City. He has won back-to-back Premier League titles, including the historic treble in the 2022-23 campaign.
Haaland now has 104 goals and 14 assists from 112 games across competitions for the reigning English champions. His efforts have already forced Real Madrid to take note.
Los Blancos are preparing for life without Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo Goes. Vinicius was the subject of interest from Saudi Arabia this summer and they are likely to return for him in the future.
Rodrygo, meanwhile, is reportedly wanted by Manchester City. Should the South American duo leave, Los Blancos want to move for Haaland as their replacement.
The Norwegian is under contract with City until 2027 and is likely to cost a fair fee. However, the LaLiga champions are willing to break the bank for their man. The player could also be tempted to move to the Santiago Bernabeu in the future.
Who is Real Madrid's top scorer this season?
Real Madrid have scored 31 goals in 15 games across competitions this season. They have found the back of the net 21 times in 11 games in LaLiga, but are second in the table, six points behind Barcelona. The Catalans, interestingly, have scored 37 times in the league this season.
The Spanish champions roped in Kylian Mbappe over the summer on a Bosman move, but the Real Madrid attack has looked disjointed in games this season.
The French superstar is their top scorer so far this season, along with Vinicius Junior. Both players have scored eight goals each. For context, Erling Haaland has found the back of the net 14 times in as many games this campaign.
Los Blancos are missing a proven No. 9 in their team right now, and the Norwegian's arrival could certainly transform their attack.