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Liverpool defeat Real Madrid in the race to sign the ‘new Vinicius’ – report
In recent years, Real Madrid have been quite efficient in finding and then acquiring South American talents that are dubbed the next big thing.
Thanks to the expertise of Juni Calafat, Real Madrid have been able to bag talents such as Vinicius Jr., Franco Mastantuono, Rodrygo and Endrick in recent years.
However, in what could prove to be a big miss, it appears Real Madrid have been beaten by Liverpool in the race to sign Gabriel Mec, the young attacker being labelled as the ‘new Vinicius’.
Liverpool beat Real Madrid in Gabriel Mec chase
As reported by Brazilian journalist Fabio Vargas (h/t Defensa Central), Liverpool are on the verge of sealing the services of Mec, in a deal worth €15 million.
Currently plying his trade for Gremio, Mec is not a traditional winger like Vinicius. However, he is an explosive attacker who is capable of breaking down the lines in the final third.
At just 17, Mec has already shown immense potential and has been compared to stars like Vinicius, whose future at the Santiago Bernabeu remains uncertain.
This comes as a blow for Real Madrid, especially as the club had been monitoring the progress of Mec for a few months now.
Real Madrid missing out on Mec is not an isolated case. In recent years, the club have found it more and more difficult to sign Brazilian talents at a reasonable price.
In fact, Mec becomes the third big Brazilian talent Real Madrid have missed out on now, after Estevao and Vitor Reis.
As Premier League clubs grow wealthier, clubs like Real Madrid and Barcelona are finding it increasingly difficult to land unproven South American talents, who are fetching hefty valuations in the market.
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Real Madrid youngster determined to become a permanent fixture in team under Mourinho
In a season so far that has produced mixed results, Arda Guler has emerged as one of the bright sparks for Real Madrid this season.
The young Turkish international has proven his worth on multiple occasions, offering real spark and creativity in Real Madrid’s final third.
Guler’s performances have not gone unnoticed either, with the playmaker having reportedly reached agreement on a fresh contract until 2032 at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Guler wants to become a starter
According to AS (h/t RM4Arab), Guler is determined to leave his own mark at Real Madrid and firmly establish himself as a regular starter under Jose Mourinho.
The role the Turk aspires to is one that brings more vitality to the team while also improving the performances of those around him.
It is a lofty ambition, but one that reflects the growing confidence of a player who has already begun to show his true level.
That development has been met with significant appreciation within the club, where Guler is increasingly viewed as a key part of Real Madrid’s present and future.
Unfazed by fierce competition
What makes Guler’s determination all the more admirable is his willingness to take on the challenge despite the star-studded attacking options ahead of him.
The 21-year-old is well aware that the likes of Vinicius Jr, Jude Bellingham, Federico Valverde and Kylian Mbappe all rank ahead of him and appear to be near-impeccable options for Mourinho.
However, the report makes clear that Guler is not afraid of the competition and is instead relishing the opportunity to prove himself.
That fearless attitude has already been evident in his displays, with Guler having piled pressure on the club’s €140 million signing Yan Diomande following his impact against Rayo Vallecano.
Guler’s determination is a great sign for Real Madrid and it may well be a matter of time before he forces his way into the starting eleven on a permanent basis.
