Real Madrid Transfer News Roundup: Los Blancos eyeing Spanish ace, club working on Alphonso Davies deal, and more - November 26, 2024
Real Madrid are putting together final preparations ahead of their visit to Anfield to face Liverpool in the Champions League on Wednesday, November 27. Carlo Ancelotti's team arrive at the game on the back of a 3-0 win over Leganes over the weekend.
Meanwhile, Los Blancos are interested in a Spanish midfielder. Elsewhere, the LaLiga champions are working to take Alphonso Davies to the Santiago Bernabeu in 2025.
On that note, let's look at the major Real Madrid transfer stories from November 26, 2024.
Real Madrid eyeing Martin Zubimendi
According to journalist Jose Felix Diaz, Real Madrid have set their sights on Martin Zubimendi. The Spanish midfielder was wanted by Liverpool this summer but opted to stay with Real Sociedad.
However, he could be on the move in 2025 following the club's recent struggles. Los Blancos are keeping a close eye on the situation as they plan midfield reinforcements for the upcoming year.
The LaLiga giants bid adieu to Toni Kroos this summer, with the German maestro opting to hang up his boots. Real Madrid need a new face to pull the strings in midfield, with Luka Modric also in the final phase of his career.
Zubimendi has emerged as a candidate for the job. His €60m release clause makes him an interesting choice for Los Blancos.
Los Blancos working on Alphonso Davies deal
Real Madrid are working on a move for Alphonso Davies, according to Fichajes. The Canadian left-back has entered the final year of his contract with Bayern Munich and is already attracting attention from suitors across the continent.
Davies hasn't signed a new deal with the Bavarian giants yet and his contract status makes him a lucrative option for his admirers. Barcelona, Manchester City, and Manchester United have been linked with the player of late.
However, Los Blancos are already working behind the scenes to win this race. Real Madrid want an upgrade on Ferland Mendy and Fran Garcia and have identified Davies as the ideal candidate.
Club president Florentino Perez is preparing an offer to take the 24-year-old to the Santiago Bernabeu in 2025.
Arsenal advised against Arda Guler move
Former Tottenham Hotspur striker Darren Bent has advised Arsenal against a move for Arda Guler. The Turkish midfielder has struggled for game time at Real Madrid this season and remains linked with an exit.
Recent reports have suggested that Gunners have their eyes on the 19-year-old. The north London giants have fallen behind in the Premier League title race and want to add more creativity to their roster. Guler has popped up on their radar.
However, speaking on talkSPORT, Bent insisted that the Turkey international won't fit into Mikel Arteta's squad.
"He won’t fit the squad. I think he’s a very good player, I saw him at the Euros, very talented. But will you swap one bench for another?" said Bent.
"At Real Madrid he’s not getting the opportunities. Coming to Arsenal there are better options, be it out wide or in the No.10 role. I can’t see that one happening. Good player, but, not for Arsenal, no," he added.
Guler has made 13 appearances (only four starts) across competitions this season, managing one assist.