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Surprising interest: Real Madrid ‘genuinely’ eyeing move for 23-year-old Chelsea forward
Real Madrid refuse to cool down their hunt for a new striker despite Karim Benzema’s cryptic words yesterday. The prolific goalscorer’s departure is far from completion, but Los Blancos prefer to err on the side of caution.
Tomas Gonzalez Martin brings to the fore some of the candidates best placed to join Carlo Ancelotti’s squad this summer. One of the names on the aforementioned list is of Kai Havertz.
A source close to Real Madrid CEO Jose Angel Sanchez has reportedly confirmed the news of the club’s interest in the German. Havertz would be delighted to wear the white colours next season, and negotiations between Real Madrid and Chelsea are yet to begin.
The 23-year-old’s name comes as a surprise inclusion on the Merengues’ list, considering that he has not particularly performed well during his Chelsea stint.
The German has failed to hit the ten-goal mark in any of his three seasons in the Premier League, netting four, eight, and most recently, seven across his tenure so far.
The youngster’s contract at Chelsea runs until the summer of 2025, and it is safe to say that he will not come cheap. However, the London-based side are under pressure to sell players after last summer’s spending spree and could be open to bargaining.
In 35 Premier League appearances for the Blues, Havertz has scored seven goals and assisted one. He averages 1.1 key passes per game and created five big chances.
His speculated move to Santiago Bernabeu could be on a permanent transfer or a loan. In either case, he would be a solid option for Ancelotti next season, especially given Marco Asensio’s near-confirmed departure and the urgent need for a new signing.
Havertz, too, would love to join Real Madrid, and will not pass up on the chance should los blancos come calling.
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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.
