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Real Madrid only have eyes on Mbappe, have the money ready for transfer – report
There is an eerie silence around Kylian Mbappe’s future. The young Frenchman announced his decision to not extend his contract with PSG beyond 2024 earlier this month, leading to speculations of an exit. But things have not panned out as Real Madrid would have liked since then.
Mbappe’s sudden decision did not go down well in the Paris offices. Yet, they did not take long to accept the truth and decided on selling him this summer in order to recoup some compensation.
While PSG are willing to sell the star, Mbappe wants to stay at the club for another year, leading to a standoff, with Real Madrid watching on, waiting for a resolution. Needless to say, such prolonged silence with no update does not bode well.
According to reports from Jose Luis Sanchez, Los Blancos have the money ready to enable Mbappe’s arrival. The journalist reinforces that the PSG prodigy is the club’s only plan, either for this summer or the next. They are not interested in other names such as Harry Kane or Kai Havertz at this point.
Florentino Perez is said to be a big admirer of the youngster’s lethal finish and clutch mentality. With Karim Benzema no longer at the club, he sees the PSG star as the next leader for Real Madrid’s attack.
All efforts are being directed to ensure his arrival this summer, for the financial aspect will cause no complications. After all, the Merengues have no forward options barring Vinicius Jr, Rodrygo Goes and new signing Joselu.
If Mbappe ends up staying in France, he would arrive next season on a free transfer. As it stands, that is the less likely of the two options because of PSG’s stance.
In 34 Ligue 1 appearances last season, the Frenchman scored 29 goals and provided five assists. One of the most potent attackers in the game currently, Mbappe would undoubtedly elevate the Real Madrid team. However, much will depend on how he and PSG resolve their current standoff.
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Mourinho considering starting 23-year-old Real Madrid ace against Villarreal – report
After impressing during the international break, Eduardo Camavinga has a major opportunity to establish himself in Real Madrid’s midfield rotation.
Indeed, according to Defensa Central, Jose Mourinho is considering starting the Frenchman against Villarreal, with injuries and doubts over several players limiting his options.
Real Madrid cannot afford to drop points against Villarreal if they want to remain in the title race. However, Mourinho has issues to deal with in the squad, which could lead him to turn to Camavinga for a crucial role.
Camavinga could replace Tchouameni in midfield
The 23-year-old star could line up as the defensive midfielder in the double pivot, with Bernardo Silva or Arda Guler alongside him, and will be tasked with providing balance in midfield.
Real Madrid face Villarreal with several problems in central defence. Ibrahima Konate is expected to be a late call, leading Mourinho to consider moving Aurelien Tchouameni into defence alongside Antonio Rudiger.
Meanwhile, Federico Valverde could also struggle to be ready after the ankle injury he sustained in the derby before the international break.
The Uruguayan has continued to work individually away from the group and might return to group training tomorrow. Even then, his readiness to start remains in question.
That would leave a place open in midfield, with Camavinga in line to fill in.
Camavinga impressed during the international break
Camavinga has started only one match this season, the defeat against Real Betis.
Despite his limited opportunities, Mourinho is keen to bring the Frenchman back into the fold after he impressed for France during the international break.
Zinedine Zidane called the Real Madrid star up for his first France squad, and the midfielder performed well during the break.
That has given Mourinho and Real Madrid reason to be optimistic about using him against Villarreal, with the hope that he can move closer to the level he showed after first arriving at the club.
Therefore, the Villarreal match could represent an important test for Camavinga and a chance for the Frenchman to show that he can provide the balance Real Madrid need in midfield.
