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Arsenal emerge as strong contenders to sign £70 million-rated Real Madrid target
In a major development, The Guardian’s Jacob Steinberg is reporting that Arsenal have emerged as strong contenders in the race to sign Chelsea attacker Kai Havertz, who is also a summer transfer target for Real Madrid.
Having bid goodbye to Karim Benzema, Marco Asensio, Eden Hazard, and Mariano Diaz, Real Madrid are in desperate need of replenishing their front line considering that Vinicius Jr and Rodrygo Goes are the only two senior forwards left on the club’s books.
A move for Harry Kane had been in the works only for Kylian Mbappe to pop up on the Merengues’ agenda after his announcement about not wanting to renew beyond 2024 at PSG.
But with more than one attacking signing the need of the hour, Chelsea’s Havertz has also been discussed as a potential target.
Previous reports had suggested that the Blues might demand a fee in excess of €60 million for the 24-year-old German international – a figure that Real Madrid are unwilling to reach, leading to the deal coming to a standstill.
Now, though, Arsenal could be poised to take advantage of the situation as they have expressed an interest in signing Havertz. The former Bayer Leverkusen starlet, for his part, has told Chelsea that he wants to leave the club in the summer.
As mentioned earlier, it has previously been claimed that Chelsea are seeking a fee of around €60 million plus add-ons for Havertz. But The Guardian states that the Blues will look for at least £70 million (€81.9 million) for their forward, who still has a contract with the club until 2025.
It could further dissuade Real Madrid from making a move for Havertz, considering that they have already spent €103 million on Jude Bellingham and will need a massive sum to sign Mbappe from PSG.
So, as things stand, Havertz’s inflated price tag, coupled with Arsenal’s strong interest in him, could act as deterrents in Real Madrid’s pursuit of him.
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Mourinho rules out January loan exit for fringe youngster after Real Madrid heroics: ‘Mark my words again…’
Jose Mourinho has made his position on Endrick’s future at Real Madrid clear, insisting that the Brazilian forward will not be allowed to leave on loan in January despite his limited playing time this season.
The 20-year-old delivered a decisive performance in Real Madrid’s dramatic 4-3 Champions League victory over AS Roma, helping turn a 1-3 deficit into a remarkable late win.
Despite playing for only around 30 minutes, Endrick was named Player of the Match after scoring the equaliser and contributing to the attacking surge that completed the comeback.
His display has reignited discussion about his role under Mourinho, but the Madrid manager appears determined to keep the young forward at the club.
Mourinho sends message on Endrick’s Real Madrid future
Endrick started the Roma match on the bench but entered the contest around the hour mark as Real Madrid searched for a way back into the game.
He made a quick impact, providing the physical presence and attacking threat the team needed during the closing stages.
Endrick vs Roma 30 minutes played. https://t.co/l5brLKapDb
— 🎥 (@compsdamien) October 15, 2026
His equaliser came five minutes from time, helping Madrid draw level before Antonio Rudiger completed the turnaround.
After the match, Mourinho was asked about the possibility of the Brazilian leaving during the January transfer window. His response left little room for speculation.
“Mark my words again, it is impossible for Endrick to be loaned out,” said the manager, as per Fabrizio Romano.
Endrick’s limited minutes fuel loan speculation
Endrick’s lack of involvement has become a concern, as he has played just 35 minutes across two appearances in Real Madrid’s first 10 official matches of the season.
That limited exposure has naturally raised questions about how the Brazilian can continue developing without regular competitive football.
A loan move could offer more minutes, but Mourinho’s comments indicate that Madrid are not currently prepared to consider that route.
Endrick POTM 🏆 #UCL https://t.co/WoPPM8TRZd
— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) October 14, 2026
Endrick’s performance in Rome has also strengthened his argument for greater involvement.
Notably, though, one impressive appearance does not automatically guarantee a starting place, and Endrick will need to turn opportunities off the bench into consistent performances if he is to secure a larger role.
Roma among clubs linked with Endrick as Madrid stand firm
Interestingly, Roma are among several clubs interested in Endrick, making Mourinho’s position particularly significant given their recent meeting with Real Madrid.
The Italian side and other potential suitors may have to reconsider their plans if Real Madrid continue to insist that the forward is staying.
For now, the club’s priority appears to be retaining Endrick and finding ways to integrate him more regularly into the first team.
His late impact against Roma has given Mourinho another reason to trust him, but the challenge will be ensuring that the Brazilian receives enough opportunities to build on that performance.
