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Real Madrid will sign another striker if Mbappe does not arrive – report
A lot has been speculated about Real Madrid’s approach in the upcoming summer transfer window. Following the surprise departure of Karim Benzema to Saudi Arabia, the Merengues have been left without a focal point in their attack.
Even though Joselu has been signed on a season-long loan deal, there have been talks that the Spanish capital heavyweights will look to rope in a superstar striker to fill the void left by their former captain.
Names such as Harry Kane (Tottenham), Dusan Vlahovic (Juventus), and Victor Osimhen (Napoli), have all been mentioned as possible targets.
However, ever since Kylian Mbappe announced that he will not renew his PSG contract beyond 2024, all of Real Madrid’s focus has been diverted to the Frenchman.
It is no secret that the 24-year-old French superstar is a player that club president Florentino Perez loves. Los Blancos have made two attempts to sign Mbappe and failed in the past, but are closely watching his situation now as PSG want to sell him this summer if he does not renew.
As such, reports suggested that Real Madrid do not plan to sign any other striker this summer. They would wait for Mbappe, either this year or next year when he becomes a free agent.
But according to a fresh report from Romain Molina, that is not the case and Real Madrid will indeed look to bring in a different centre-forward if Mbappe does not join the club in the summer transfer window.
The report adds that Perez is in direct contact with Mbappe and is waiting for a decision from the 24-year-old, who has publicly maintained that he wishes to stay in Paris. If that does not change, Los Blancos intend to go for a different striker in the summer.
Given the influence that Benzema had on the team, it goes without saying that Real Madrid cannot hope to fill his shoes with just Joselu. And while youngsters like Iker Bravo and Alvaro Rodriguez can be options, they do not have the requisite experience at the highest level.
As such, it makes sense for Perez & co. to rope in a new forward this summer, be it Mbappe or someone else.
It has been suggested that Los Blancos have concerns about Kane’s age and price tag, but he would be the best candidate to replace Benzema at the club.
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Manchester United launch final push to sign Real Madrid outcast; club resists permanent exit
Manchester United are stepping up their pursuit of Endrick as the Brazilian forward’s future at Real Madrid becomes increasingly uncertain, with a potential January loan move emerging as a solution to his lack of regular playing time.
According to Bernabeu Digital, Manchester United are making a final push to convince the 19-year-old to join them.
However, negotiations could prove complicated because the Premier League club is interested in including a purchase option in the deal, while Real Madrid are not currently planning to give up permanent control of the striker.
Endrick’s limited opportunities under Jose Mourinho this season have opened the door to a temporary departure, with AC Milan and Tottenham also emerging as potential destinations.
Why Manchester United want Endrick?
Manchester United are looking for greater attacking productivity and believe Endrick could provide a different dimension to their forward line.
The Premier League club has also been linked with the Brazilian in the past, as they assess options to improve their goalscoring output after a poor start to the season.
Notably, his situation at Real Madrid makes a move more plausible, as Endrick has struggled to secure consistent minutes, and the club is considering a loan that would give him the chance to play regularly.
However, United’s preferred terms could become the biggest obstacle.
The English side reportedly wants the option to buy Endrick at the end of the loan, potentially giving them a route to a permanent transfer if he impresses.
Real Madrid reject permanent Endrick exit
Real Madrid’s preference is understood to be a straightforward loan without a purchase option.
The club want Endrick to gain experience elsewhere before returning to compete for a place in the squad, rather than risk losing a young forward they have invested in for the future.
His previous loan spell at Lyon provides a possible model for another temporary move, although any agreement would depend on the terms offered and the player’s own preferences.
Manchester United are prepared to make an attractive financial proposal in an effort to secure his arrival, but money alone may not resolve the disagreement if Real Madrid remain unwilling to include a purchase clause.
