The summer transfer window is closed for the major leagues in Europe. However, with an eye on January, there’s plenty of gossip swirling about who’s moving where. Transfer Talk brings you all the latest buzz on rumours, comings, goings and, of course, done deals!
TOP STORY: Real want Haaland
Real Madrid have made Erling Haaland their No. 1 priority to replace Karim Benzema in 2024, according to Sky Sports Germany.
The 22-year-old forward has been in exceptional form for Manchester City this season, but the latest indicates that the LaLiga champions will wait before making their move for him, aiming to utilise a release clause that will become active in 2024. City manager Pep Guardiola, however, denies that such a clause in Haaland’s contract exists.
Benzema has enjoyed a bright start to the 2022-23 campaign, and after signing new terms at the Santiago Bernabeu last season, talks are ongoing for the France international to extend his stay in Spain’s top flight for another year.
Until then, it looks as though Carlo Ancelotti’s side will be keeping a close eye on the Norway international unless any clear targets emerge, with interest in a move for Kylian Mbappe seemingly to have cooled since he signed an extension with Paris Saint-Germain in the summer.
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