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Real Madrid looking to generate up to €150 million through player sales
Having spent a couple of weeks boosting through new signings for the club, Real Madrid are now looking towards potential departures to even out the balance.
A few exits, needless to say, are needed for the financial books and to restore the balanced dynamics in the dressing room, and they took the first step towards the same through the termination of Dani Ceballos’ contract earlier this week.
The Spaniard’s exit, however, did not generate any financial return for the club. Florentino Perez, however, is determined to earn over €100 million through player sales this summer and has some names in mind.
A massive target
As reported by Defensa Central in a recent report, Perez is eyeing a figure of between €135 million and €150 million through sales of first-team players this summer, and he has clear names in his mind for the same.
Four players are said to be part of the president’s objective to generate revenue – Raul Asencio, Fran Garcia, Eduardo Camavinga, and Gonzalo Garcia.
The club value Asencio at close to €25 million as matters stand but also know that his sale is relatively complicated given his new wages after his recent renewal.
Finding a suitor will not be easy, but Jose Mourinho has communicated that he does not count on the player.
Fran Garcia, meanwhile, is valued at €20 million and his departure should be relatively simpler. Also poised for a simple exit is Gonzalo Garcia whose salary is low and has already attracted interest from suitors. He is valued at €40 million.
The most complicated departure, however, is that of Camavinga who does not want to leave, but for whom the club wants €50 million this summer.
Replacements in place
Real Madrid’s decision to sell four players from across the field is well-planned, and there are already clear replacements in place or targets in mind.
Marc Cucurella and Ibrahima Konate will be the team’s replacements at left-back and centre-back respectively and can potentially fill the voids left by Garcia and Asencio’s departures.
Meanwhile, the club are bringing Endrick back to provide cover at centre-forward, a position where Gonzalo Garcia rendered his services last summer.
The midfield, however, is one position where Los Blancos do not have a direct replacement for the departure-bound Camavinga, although there are clear options on their radar including Enzo Fernandez.
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.
