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Real Madrid identify €25m-rated Serie A star as alternative for Trent Alexander-Arnold
According to recent reports from the Italian outlet Tuttosport, Real Madrid are said to be weighing the possibility of bringing in Juventus full-back Andrea Cambiaso as a replacement for the injured Dani Carvajal during the January transfer window.
While many sources over the past few days have suggested that Real Madrid are not actively pursuing a right-back in the winter market, the reports coming out of Italy paint a different picture.
According to the outlet, the 24-year-old Cambiaso, who plays for Juventus, has caught the eye of the Spanish giants due to his versatility. He can operate on both flanks, which adds to his appeal.
Alexander-Arnold’s replacement?
Italian sources indicate that Real Madrid view him as their backup plan, should they fail to secure their primary target, Trent Alexander-Arnold.
Cambiaso is seen as a solid alternative, offering quality and flexibility in defence, a trait that could prove crucial as the club deals with Carvajal’s absence.
However, Juventus appear to have no desire to part ways with one of their key players. The Italian club have been firm in their stance, making it clear that he is an important figure in their squad.
A long contract with Juventus
Furthermore, the player himself has strong ties to the Turin-based club, with ambitions to become the team’s captain in the future. His contract with Juventus runs until 2029, a deal that was recently extended in May of this year.
As part of that extension, Cambiaso received a salary increase, raising his annual earnings from €1 million to €2.2 million.
With Cambiaso committed to Juventus for the long term and focused on his personal goals, it seems unlikely that he will make a move to Madrid anytime soon.
Nevertheless, Real Madrid’s interest remains a point of discussion, particularly if their attempts to sign other top-tier players falter. Cambiaso’s future will undoubtedly be one to watch as the January window approaches.
Player valuation in the title obtained from transfermarkt.com on the date of publication.
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Mourinho reacts to Vinicius suspension: “Why announce it two hours before an important match?”
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has questioned the RFEF Disciplinary Committee’s decision to announce Vinicius Jr.’s four-match suspension just hours before their UEFA Champions League meeting with AS Roma on Wednesday.
The Brazilian has been hit with a four-match ban for his red card against Villarreal, meaning he will miss the matches against Sevilla, Barcelona, Racing Santander, and Valencia.
And, speaking to Movistar+ (h/t MARCA) before the match, the Real Madrid manager was asked whether the punishment could affect the Brazilian psychologically.
Mourinho instead turned his attention to the football authorities and the timing of their announcement.
“I think that is a question for the Committee. Why have they announced the suspension at this particular moment? If you are asking me this question, it is presumably because you think it could affect him,” the Portuguese coach replied.
“You should ask the Committee why they did not announce it this morning, or tomorrow morning. Why do they do it two hours before a match that is important for Real Madrid, which is a Spanish club?” he added, questioning the timing of the decision.
Mourinho explains his tactical approach against Roma
The Real Madrid manager also outlined his plan for facing a Roma side known for their aggressive pressing.
“My intention is to stop them from pressing us so high up the pitch, given the players we have available and as a precaution,” he said.
Continuing, the Portuguese manager added: “They press man-to-man higher up the pitch better than anyone else, and we will see whether we can take advantage of that. If not, they will have to drop their press five or ten metres.”
Why Rudiger over Huijsen
Mourinho also justified his decision to start Antonio Rudiger at centre-back alongside Ibrahima Konate rather than Dean Huijsen.
“They played very well together in the last match, Rudiger and Konate, showing great leadership and the ability to withstand a difficult situation when we had ten men for 30 minutes,” he said.
“I am not saying Dean is not capable of playing a match like this, but this is a wonderful atmosphere for Roma and a difficult one for us. I think a player with Antonio’s experience can be important,” Mourinho added.
Finally, Mourinho was asked about his emotions ahead of returning to face Roma, the club he managed between 2021 and 2024.
The Portuguese coach offered a brief response, saying that he had his feelings about the occasion “blocked”.
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October 13, 2024 at 11:17 am
A good buy. New Christian Panucchi.