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Mbappe or Haaland: Florentino Perez wants to sign a superstar for Real Madrid in 2024
As Real Madrid brace for an impact caused by Karim Benzema’s sudden desire to leave, a report from Toni Juanmarti (h/t Madrid Xtra) has emerged that Florentino Perez’s plans still have not changed regarding a superstar signing in 2024.
The club president is certain to rope in either Kylian Mbappe or Erling Haaland. What is certain is that the dream will not stop at any cost for Los Blancos albeit everything will be made possible in 2024
A lot has been said about Karim Benzema’s future at Santiago Bernabeu and although the player has somewhat rebuffed the exit claims, it is highly anticipated that he would leave at the end of the season, with the Middle East being the most likely destination.
With Benzema’s future unknown considering multiple contradicting reports, it is believed that Espanyol striker Joselu is almost on his way to Madrid. The 33-year-old is close to joining Madrid on a season-long loan.
However, if Benzema ends up leaving, the team will need an experienced number 9 who can lead the attack for the whole of the next season. As of today, there are not many market opportunities that excite Madrid.
They do have a few names in consideration, namely, Harry Kane, Roberto Firmino, Dusan Vlahovic, Richarlison, Goncalo Ramos, and Kai Havertz among others, but none of these players will settle for a secondary role once Madrid announce a big signing in the summer of 2024.
And this is why the options are limited. Madrid do want to sign a franchise player, but a move for either Kylian Mbappe or Erling Haaland will be made in the summer of 2024 and not this year.
Real Madrid’s game against Las Palmas this midweek was an important one for the club.
The Spanish giants secured a 2-0 victory over the Canaries. But more importantly, the game witnessed the return of Vinicius Junior, who was coming back from an injury.
However, it was not the most pleasing return from the Brazilian, who had an altercation with head coach Carlo Ancelotti.
Dispute ends without a handshake
A video has surfaced recently which shows that Vinicius Junior and Ancelotti even ended the game without even shaking hands.
The altercation started when Ancelotti was seen talking to Vinicius, asking him to play more freely.
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Vinicius, though, was not happy with the Italian’s tactics. He pointed out his disagreement with Ancelotti and highlighted the team’s lack of structure.
Ancelotti continued to yell at the Brazilian, asking him to play a certain way. The matters turned worse when Vini continued to turn his back on the Real Madrid coach.
After the final whistle, the Brazilian international did glance past Ancelotti without even shaking his hand.
Ancelotti under pressure
This is a worrying sign for Real Madrid and an indicator that the team is not entirely happy with Ancelotti, who has faced criticism despite a relatively good start to the season.
Although the Real Madrid board has continued to back the former AC Milan and PSG coach, the Italian is certainly running on thin ice.
The upcoming games against Girona, Napoli and Osasuna could be crucial as Real Madrid look to maintain their winning momentum, especially following a derby defeat to Atleti.
In the meantime, Ancelotti must definitely have a word with Vinicius and calm the Brazilian, knowing the attacker could play a key role in revving up the team’s offensive unit in the coming weeks.
