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Real Madrid ‘not contemplating’ the signing Mbappe for now – report
The rumour mill is abuzz with speculations that Kylian Mbappe wants to leave Paris Saint-Germain as early as the January transfer window, only months after signing a new contract.
If reports are to be believed, the French international is hoping to join Real Madrid, after having snubbed them in the summer despite appearing set to sign for Los Blancos for a long time.
PSG, for their part, are believed to be open to letting him leave as long as he does not sign for Real Madrid.
Amidst these sensational developments, Jose Felix Diaz of MARCA is claiming that the reigning champions of Spain and Europe are not contemplating the signing of Mbappe at this point in time. The journalist also adds that some personnel in the Real Madrid offices are ‘laughing’ at the evolving saga.
However, contrasting reports are emerging from Josep Pedrerol on El Chiringuito TV, who is stating that Real Madrid president Florentino Perez never really closed the doors on the possibility of signing Mbappe, despite being burned by the forward in the summer.
The 2018 FIFA World Cup winner had looked poised to sign for Real Madrid on a free transfer earlier this year, until he performed a late U-turn and ended up renewing with PSG, penning a ludicrously lucrative contract that guaranteed him massive wages and a hefty signing bonus.
However, things have been rocky for Mbappe at PSG, especially with regard to his deteriorating relationship with attacking partner Neymar. It is also claimed that he feels let down by the club as they have reportedly not kept their promises.
Amidst this developing situation, whether Real Madrid will consider signing him or decide against such a move after having been left embarrassed by Mbappe in the summer remains to be seen, as contrasting reports continue to emerge on their stance.
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.
