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Real Madrid superstar closes door on Serie A return amid offers from Juventus and AS Roma
According to an update from transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio, Real Madrid superstar Brahim Diaz remains focused on continuing his journey at the Santiago Bernabeu despite attracting attention from several clubs ahead of the summer transfer window.
Questions have emerged regarding Brahim’s role in the squad following the expected arrival of Jose Mourinho, with increased competition potentially making regular minutes harder to secure.
However, the player does not appear ready to walk away from the challenge, despite having multiple options on the table
Total commitment towards Real Madrid
The journalist states that multiple clubs have made enquiries regarding the attacking midfielder’s availability, but the Moroccan has shown little interest in pursuing a move away from Madrid.
In that regard, Juventus were among the first clubs to seriously explore the possibility of signing him.
The Italian giants made significant efforts during the January transfer window and maintained their interest in the months that followed.
More recently, Roma have also entered the picture.
AS Roma the new entrant
As such, the Serie A side, now under Gian Piero Gasperini, is preparing for their return to Champions League football and have begun assessing potential additions capable of strengthening their squad.
According to Di Marzio, Roma have already initiated preliminary discussions with Real Madrid as they seek to understand whether a deal could become possible.
The Italian club’s interest is understandable given Brahim’s previous success in Serie A during his spell with AC Milan. His familiarity with Italian football would make adaptation relatively straightforward.
However, the player himself appears to have little interest in reopening that chapter of his career, as he has not encouraged any of the approaches made so far and remains focused on staying at Real Madrid.
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.
