Real Madrid Transfer News Roundup: Los Blancos eyeing Bundesliga ace, Alphonso Davies agrees move, and more - November 15, 2024
Real Madrid have won eight of their 12 games in LaLiga this season and are second behind Barcelona. Carlo Ancelotti's team are six points adrift of their bitter rivals but have a game in hand.
Meanwhile, Los Blancos are prioritizing a move for a Bundesliga midfielder in 2025. Elsewhere, Alphonso Davies has already agreed to join the Spanish champions next year.
On that note, let's look at the major Real Madrid transfer stories from November 15, 2024.
Real Madrid eyeing Florian Wirtz
According to AS, Real Madrid are planning a move for Florian Wirtz at the end of this season. The La Liga giants are likely to invest in defense in January, but their long-term plans for the middle of the park remain intact.
Los Blancos want to add more creativity to their midfield, which has appeared a little bland since Toni Kroos' retirement this summer. With Luka Modric also in the final phase of his career, reinforcements are in order.
Real Madrid have identified Wirtz as the ideal candidate for the job. The German registered 18 goals and 20 assists from 49 games across competitions last season for Bayer Leverkusen, helping them complete a domestic double.
This season, Wirtz has seven goals and two assists from 17 games across competitions for the reigning Bundesliga champions. Los Blancos are convinced with the player and are ready to take him to the Santiago Bernabeu.
However, prising him away from the BayArena won't be easy. The 21-year-old has a €130m price tag on his head and is under contract with Bayer Leverkusen until 2027. A move, though, could be linked with the future of Xabi Alonso, who is also tipped to replace Carlo Ancelotti next summer.
Alphonso Davies agrees Santiago Bernabeu move
Alphonso Davies has a verbal agreement in place to join Real Madrid next summer, according to journalist Rodra P. The Canadian left-back is in the final year of his deal with Bayern Munich and hasn't agreed to an extension yet.
Los Blancos desire an upgrade on Ferland Mendy at the Santiago Bernabeu and have identified Davies as the perfect man for the job. Owing to his contract situation, the 24-year-old is also wanted at multiple European clubs, including Barcelona.
However, it now appears that Alphonso Davies has already decided on his future. The player will join Real Madrid once his contract with the Bavarians expires. The deal has been agreed and only the official signing procedure is pending.
Los Blancos receive Pedro Porro boost
Perro Porro has refused to rule out an exit from Tottenham Hotspur in 2025. The Spanish right-back has been outstanding for the English side this season and is being eyed by Real Madrid.
Los Blancos are scouting the market for Dani Carvajal's successor. Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold is their preferred option, but they are keeping their options open if the player opts to stay at Anfield. Porro has reportedly been identified as an alternative.
Speaking recently, as cited by acclaimed journalist Fabrizio Romano, the Spaniard labeled the LaLiga champions as one of the best clubs in the world.
“My friends send me the rumours, it is a compliment… but I am focused on Spurs and the national team. It is the result of a job well done if one of the best clubs in the world is taking notice of me,” said Porro.
Recent reports have suggested that Manchester City also have their eyes on their former player.