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Real Madrid superstar rates €60 million Chelsea ace highly, sees him as a good fit
There has been a lot of noise around the future of Kai Havertz lately, especially with Real Madrid among the clubs reportedly interested in his services.
As the club look to beef up its options in the creative department, the Chelsea star has been identified as one of the players who can improve the team. Havertz has had a difficult spell at Stamford Bridge and could be open to leaving Chelsea this summer.
Real Madrid, though, have appeared quite reluctant in negotiating with Chelsea for the services of Havertz, who is rated at around €60 million.
But according to SportBILD, one of Real Madrid’s star players, Toni Kroos, rates Havertz highly. The report points out that the midfielder sees Havertz as a player who can fit into the Real Madrid setup next season and beyond.
This is particularly important in the context of the Havertz pursuit. As per Bild, Kroos is an influential entity within the Real Madrid camp and is even part of Carlo Ancelotti’s close circle. So his opinion could definitely impact Real Madrid’s pursuit of the German international.
However, as things stand right now, ‘Operation Havertz’ could prove to be difficult. This is because Real Madrid are already busy pursuing a deal for Harry Kane, who has been identified as the ideal replacement for Karim Benzema.
The veteran forward has recently joined Saudi Arabian giants Al-Ittihad ahead of the new season. Kane, therefore, has emerged as the transfer priority for Los Blancos.
Unless Real Madrid have proper clarity on the Kane pursuit, they are unlikely to splash the cash on the services of Havertz. The club, nonetheless, could continue to monitor the situation of the German international this summer.
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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.
