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Man City superstar Haaland’s agent refuses to comment on Real Madrid links: “Ask them”
Erling Haaland has enjoyed a spectacular past 16 months or so since joining Manchester City from Borussia Dortmund in the summer of 2022.
The Norwegian international plundered 50+ goals in his debut campaign to help Pep Guardiola’s side to the historic treble triumph of the Premier League, the FA Cup, and the UEFA Champions League.
The 23-year-old, who recently picked up an injury, has been on the radars of Real Madrid for long now and continues to be on the club’s wishlist for the summer of 2024.
Haaland’s agent on Real Madrid rumours
Erling Haaland’s agent, Rafaela Pimenta, has already been asked about the links to Real Madrid on a number of occasions already.
She has also been quizzed about the existence of a release clause in his contract with Manchester City, but Pimenta has always been coy on the situation and has always kept the cards close to her chest.
Recently, in another interview with Corriere dello Sport, the interest from Real Madrid was put forth to Haaland’s agent, but Pimenta refused to entertain the topic, as she said (h/t Fabrizio Romano):
“Real Madrid links? You should ask Real Madrid, not me…”.
Real Madrid prepared for a Galactico signing
Having not replaced Karim Benzema this past summer, Real Madrid are planning for a marquee forward’s signing next year.
The Merengues have the finances in place to pull off a Galactico signing for the summer of 2024 and have Haaland on their agenda, along with PSG superstar Kylian Mbappe.
In fact, some reports recently suggested that the Real Madrid board might be leaning towards the Manchester City superstar over the Frenchman.
One of the main objectives for Real Madrid this summer was to bring in a new central midfielder capable of controlling the tempo and dictating the play from the middle.
A move for Rodri was in the works before the Spain captain decided to sign for FC Barcelona. The Merengues assessed several other options, but ended up not signing any player, with Jose Mourinho deciding to use Bernardo Silva in the double pivot.
One of the midfielders that Real Madrid were looking at as an option was Adam Wharton of Crystal Palace.
The England international has been on the club’s radar for a while now, but the Premier League club never opened the door for a summer departure.
Wharton could be on the market in 2027
However, now, according to The Guardian (h/t Bernabeu Digital), That stance could change next year, as that Palace would be prepared to consider selling Wharton during the next summer transfer window.
As mentioned already, Real Madrid have closely followed Wharton’s situation throughout the summer, although the club ultimately decided against making any further additions to their midfield.
Manchester City and Chelsea also showed serious interest in signing the England international during the summer. However, Crystal Palace were unwilling to sell, effectively ruling out a move for the midfielder.
But it appears that they could open the doors for Wharton to leave in the summer of 2027, potentially paving the way for Real Madrid to make a move.
Real Madrid continue to monitor Wharton
Real Madrid are expected to keep a close eye on Wharton’s progress ahead of the 2027 market. Should they decide they need another high-quality midfielder, the 22-year-old could once again emerge as a candidate.
Manchester City may be less likely to return for Wharton after strengthening their midfield significantly this summer.
Chelsea, however, could remain a potential competitor after failing to add a player in the position during the latest window.
For now, Wharton will remain at Crystal Palace, but the club’s willingness to consider a sale next summer means the midfielder could become a realistic option for Real Madrid in 2027.
