Real Madrid Transfer News Roundup: Los Blancos eyeing Chelsea ace, Alphonso Davies wanted in Saudi Arabia, and more - December 10, 2024
Real Madrid will travel to the Gewiss Stadium on Tuesday (December 10) to face Atalanta in the Champions League. Carlo Ancelotti's team arrive at the game buoyed by their 3-0 win against Girona over the weekend (December 7) in the league.
Meanwhile, Los Blancos are interested in a Chelsea midfielder. Elsewhere, Alphonso Davies has admirers in the Middle East.
On that note, let's look at the major Real Madrid transfer stories from December 10, 2024.
Real Madrid eyeing Cole Palmer
Real Madrid have set their sights on Cole Palmer, according to Fichajes.net. Club president Florentino Perez is apparently a huge fan of the Englishman and sees him as an ideal fit at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Palmer has been outstanding for Chelsea since arriving from Manchester City in the summer of 2023. He has registered 11 goals and six assists from 17 games across competitions this season.
The Blues are unlikely to entertain any offers for their prized asset, who is under contract until 2033. However, Los Blancos have the knack of picking up the best talents of the land and now have their eyes on the 22-year-old.
The LaLiga giants have an enviable collection of midfielders at their disposal but are assembling a squad that can dominate for years. It is already evident that Palmer won't look out of place alongside the likes of Jude Bellingham.
Real Madrid have signed Thibaut Courtois and Eden Hazard from Chelsea in recent times. However, the Blues are expected to build their squad around Palmer, so prising him away won't be a walk in the park.
Alphonso Davies wanted in Saudi Arabia
Clubs in Saudi Arabia are keeping a close eye on Alphonso Davies' situation, according to journalist Florian Plettenberg. The Canadian speedster has entered the final year of his contract with Bayern Munich and is yet to agree to an extension.
Real Madrid are already planning a Bosman move for the 24-year-old next summer. However, clubs from the Middle East, including Al Ahli, are trying to prise him away.
Alphonso Davies was a target for Saudi clubs this summer, although a move never materialized. They have retained their interest in the Canadian and have already held discussions with his entourage.
However, Plettenberg added that a stay at Allianz Arena is also possible. Davies has lowered his salary expectations and the Bavarians are now confident that they can reach an agreement for an extension.
Los Blancos planning Miguel Gutierrez return
Real Madrid are planning to bring Miguel Gutierrez back to the Santiago Bernabeu, according to Mundo Deportivo. The LaLiga giants are looking to sign a new left-back next year amid Ferland Mendy's continued struggles.
Los Blancos would ideally like to complete a Bosman move for Alphonso Davies at the end of this season. However, there's rising interest in the Canadian's signature, prompting Real Madrid to keep their options open.
Gutierrez is on their radar, following some impressive work with Girona. The Spaniard left the Santiago Bernabeu in 2022 in search of regular football and has since established himself with the Catalonian club.
This season, Gutierrez has registered two goals and three assists from 21 games across competitions. Los Blancos apparently own 50% of his rights and have a buyback clause of just €8m.