Real Madrid are plotting a huge move for three top Premier League names as they look to continue to bolster their squad, targeting three of the top six clubs in England as a part of their spending spree.
A homesick star, a player coming to the end of his contract and a player at the top of his game have all emerged as targets for the Spanish giants, who have already signed the biggest current footballing name on the planet, Kylian Mbappe.
While Endrick has also joined alongside Mbappe, those signings appear to be the beginning of a new era for Carlo Ancelotti’s side, who will expect nothing but greatness regardless of the squad. Becoming a Real Madrid player is enough pressure in its own right, with huge expectations after some legendary players featuring in the club’s history.
World-class trio are all on the radar.
Arsenal’s William Saliba, Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold and Manchester City’s Rodri have all been placed on the shopping list, with Liverpool’s English full-back coming to the end of his deal next year, meaning Real Madrid could strike a deal in January when the 25-year-old is free to sign a pre-contract agreement with foreign clubs.
Rodri has established himself as one of the best midfielders on the planet, boasting an unprecedented winning streak for club and country. That winning mentality is exactly what Real Madrid will be looking for, having an extensive record of iconic midfielders over the years, and with the Spaniard said to be seeking a move back to his home country, he could also prove to be a less than expensive signing.
Costly transfer plans for Ancelotti?
Saliba would end up being the most expensive transfer for Real Madrid when the opportunity to sign players comes around. The Frenchman has become one of the most dominant defenders in the Premier League, forming a solid partnership with Brazilian Gabriel at Arsenal. He is not the only centre-back on their radar, though, with the side said to have identified North London rival Tottenham Hotspur’s Cristian Romero as an alternative to the Frenchman.
While Alexander Arnold could become a free signing for the club, Rodri could also see his transfer figure rise, given he is in the running for the Ballon d’Or this year, with a good chance at winning the prestigious award.
All three players would come into positions that need filling at the Bernabeu. Madrid’s squad is beginning to age, with centre-back David Alaba and right-back Dani Carvajal coming to the end of their careers. Meanwhile, the English full-back’s compatriot Jude Bellingham may soon find himself needing some company in midfield as Luka Modric alsoapproaches the end. The Croatian is the last of a dominant midfield trio after Casemiro left for Manchester United two summers ago and German Toni Kroos retired at the end of last season.