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Real Madrid remain favourites to sign Bundesliga ace despite Barcelona meddling
Real Madrid’s defensive inconsistencies came to the fore in the recent Clasico against Barcelona, as the Men in White conceded not one but four goals.
Fullbacks, in particular, were unable to handle the attacking onslaught of Barcelona wingers such as Lamine Yamal and Raphinha.
The dismal performance against Barcelona was enough to highlight that Real Madrid are in dire need of defensive reinforcements.
Real Madrid closing in on Alphonso Davies
Although Real Madrid have practically ruled out signing any new players in January, the club remain committed to bringing in new faces in the summer.
To that end, a recent report from SportBILD (h/t SPORT) suggests Real Madrid are closing in on the signing of Alphonso Davies, one of their top defensive targets.
As per the report, Davies is getting closer to leaving Bayern Munich with each passing day and is merely a step away from finalising his decision.
Real Madrid have been in contact with Davies’ agents in the past, but it appears Los Blancos have intensified their approach in recent weeks.
Bayern’s effort to renew Davies, meanwhile, have practically gone for a toss and it is very unlikely the defender will continue in Bavaria.
Real Madrid were not the only club interested in Davies. Manchester United, for one, were willing to meet the Canadian’s salary demands, but the player himself was not convinced of their plans.
Barcelona were another club interested in Davies. Although the Catalans are not out of the chase yet, Real Madrid remain the red hot favourite, for now.
With strengthening contacts, the Spanish giants are confident they can wrap the deal up sooner rather than later.
Real Madrid youngster Endrick continues to attract interest from several clubs ahead of another potential loan move in the upcoming January transfer window.
The latest side considering a move for the Brazilian forward is Aston Villa.
Indeed, according to reports relayed by Bernabeu Digital, the Premier League club are interested in signing the Real Madrid striker on loan in January.
No minutes for Endrick
Endrick has had very limited opportunities under Jose Mourinho this season. Across Real Madrid’s nine matches in La Liga and the UEFA Champions League, the Brazilian has played just four minutes, coming on in the 86th minute against Elche.
Such limited playing time has left the young forward struggling to gain the minutes and experience needed to develop his talent at Real Madrid.
As such, another loan move, like last January when he left for Olympique Lyon, could offer him a chance to play more regularly and continue his progression.
Aston Villa, managed by Unai Emery, have now emerged as an interested party to acquire the Brazilian international’s services on loan for the second half of the season.
AC Milan also interested in Endrick
Howver, Aston Villa are not the only club monitoring Endrick’s situation. AC Milan have also renewed their interest in the Brazilian forward.
The Rossoneri already held an interest in the 20-year-old forward during the summer transfer window and are knocking on the doors once again now.
In fact, some reports in Italy even go on to suggest that the youngster is ready to pounce on the opportunity to sign for the Serie A giants.
For now, however, there have been no concrete developments or formal approaches from any interested club.
Real Madrid are understood to be open to allowing Endrick to leave on loan, but they are not considering a permanent sale as they still have a lot of faith in the promising attacker whom they signed from Palmeiras.
With Aston Villa and AC Milan both interested, the coming months could prove important in determining where the young Brazilian will continue his development.
