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 Madrid set long-term plans for Joao Cancelo and Erling Haaland
Real Madrid are hoping to sign Manchester City pair Joao Cancelo and Erling Haaland over the next two years, as has been reported by AS.
Cancelo is the first player Los Blancos will focus on as they aim to move in 2023, having even shown an interest in the Portugal international back when he was playing for Valencia.
The full-back will be 29 years old next summer, which Real Madrid reportedly believe will bolster their chances to sign him for a maximum of €40m to €50m — even with his current contract running until 2027.
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Carlo Ancelotti reportedly appreciates Cancelo’s versatility, having come up against him during his time in charge of Everton. Cancelo is said to be aware of the interest and happy to sign for a club in which compatriots such as Cristiano Ronaldo and Pepe have achieved plenty of glory.
Haaland is a player that Los Blancos made efforts to sign in the summer before he joined Pep Guardiola’s squad, but the Norwegian didn’t want to compete with Karim Benzema to lead the line.
However, with the thought of eventually moving to the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, Haaland reportedly had a €180m clause included in his contract that becomes valid from the summer of 2024. At that time, Real Madrid will make an effort to sign the former Borussia Dortmund man, with Madrid’s perception being that Benzema has two more seasons left at full capacity.
