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Real Madrid’s pursuit of €70 million-rated Bayern Munich speedster ‘very difficult’ – Romano
Fran Garcia is the latest addition to Real Madrid’s star-studded defence. The youngster returned to the Santiago Bernabeu in recent days after an impressive stint at Rayo Vallecano and appears to possess a well-rounded profile.
Yet, Carlo Ancelotti is understandably sceptical of his team’s left-back situation. Ferland Mendy was largely underwhelming last season, lost in alternating spells of injuries and poor form. At no point in the campaign did he look to be one of the decisive players on the field, after all.
Garcia offers more consistency and superior contribution in the final third. Nevertheless, the Italian tactician’s doubts over the new signee are warranted and will persist until he proves himself in training and pre-season.
With the future at left-back unclear, Real Madrid turned on the heat in the transfer market hoping to sign a new star. Alphonso Davies, in particular, interested Los Blancos.
According to reports from Fabrizio Romano (h/t Madrid Zone), the chances of the Canadian moving to Madrid this summer are slim. Bayern Munich do not place him on the market and see him in their plans for next season.
The Merengues could, of course, reroute themselves on the market and look for alternate names. However, Florentino Perez seldom considers that an option.
The Real Madrid president is a man of few choices. Once a profile interests him, he seldom detracts from the course and persists until he has his man.
Alphonso Davies’ story could, thus, tread the same lines as Kylian Mbappe’s transfer saga. Los Blancos want only the very best in their setup, and with Davies promising everything an ideal full-back can provide, one can expect the club to stick with his transfer even next summer, especially considering that he will enter the final year of his contract in 2024.
In 26 Bundesliga appearances for Bayern Munich last season, the Canadian international scored one goal and provided four assists. Further, he averaged 1.7 key passes per game and created two big chances.
For now, Davies’ transfer to Real Madrid appears difficult, but it will not come as a surprise to see them go after the Bayern Munich ace next year.
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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.
