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Real Madrid in advanced talks over five-year contract renewal for versatile attacker – Romano
With the signing of Franco Mastantuono this summer coupled with the possibility of Arda Guler gaining more prominence, there have been some speculations about the future of Brahim Diaz at Real Madrid.
The Moroccan international has not been a regular starter at the club since returning from AC Milan but delivered more often than not when called upon by former manager Carlo Ancelotti.
However, this summer, there has been a question mark over his continuity, with Bayer Leverkusen, in particular, showing an interest in his signing.
Real Madrid want to renew Brahim Diaz
But now, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano, Real Madrid are in advanced talks to renew the contract of Brahim Diaz which expires in the summer of 2027.
The Merengues have been working on an extension for the versatile attacking midfielder over the past couple of weeks and agreement is almost reached.
The extension is expected to run for five years, meaning Brahim’s new deal will run until the summer of 2030.
Already having closed some new signings, Real Madrid are focusing on securing contract renewals for their current players.
This past weekend, Raul Asencio signed a new contract until 2031 and now an agreement has almost been reached with Brahim over a deal for five years.
Romano mentions that once the extension of the former Manchester City starlet is secured, Real Madrid will shift their focus towards renewing Thibaut Courtois’ contract which expires next year.
Brahim featured in 52 matches in all competitions in the 2024/25 season, managing six goals and seven assists. Having recovered from injury, the Moroccan will hope to secure his place in Alonso’s plans.
According to TeamTalk, Real Madrid have joined the growing list of clubs monitoring Gabriel Rajkovic, a 15-year-old winger whose rapid development at Valerenga has already attracted attention from several of Europe’s leading sides.
The Merengues are known for keeping an eye on exciting young talent across the globe and it seems that Rajkovic’s exploits in Norway, with the first team, have alerted them.
Real Madrid keeping tabs on Rajkovic
As per the report, Real Madrid are among a host of clubs closely following the progress of the young forward.
Rajkovic holds both Norwegian and Serbian nationality and has emerged as one of the most promising young players in Norway.
His development has not gone unnoticed, with Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund also understood to be monitoring him.
However, at this point, it is Arsenal and Chelsea, who are understood to be leading the charge for Rajkovic, having compiled a detailed dossier on the teenage prodigy after extensive scouting.
On top of that, the likes of Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur have all watched Rajkovic in recent weeks.
Real Madrid could therefore face significant competition if they decide to step up their interest in a player who has already made an impression at senior level.
Making an impact at just 15
Rajkovic was handed a promotion to the Valerenga first-team squad in January earlier this year, when he was only 14 years old.
Following that, he signed a new contract with the club in March, when he turned 15, committing to the club until 2028.
Despite being only 15, the winger has already begun gaining experience in first-team football. In all, he has made 14 senior appearances for the Norwegian outfit, scoring three and assisting one goal.
Rajkovic has also represented Norway Under-16s, making two appearances and scoring once despite being younger than many of his teammates.
Those numbers become more impressive when his age and stage of development are taken into account.
Real Madrid have built a reputation for identifying young talent well before players reach their peak, and Rajkovic has now emerged as another name on their scouting radar.
But given the number of clubs in the race, signing the teenage wonderkid will not be easy.
