Real Madrid are reportedly interested in Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Vitinha as a belated successor to Toni Kroos, although the Spanish giants look increasingly unlikely to make the January plunge. tRANSFER window.
Carlo Ancelotti's side finished 2024 on a high, lifting the inaugural Intercontinental Cup from defeating Mexican outfit Pachuca in the final. Kylian Mbappe scored five goals in his last six appearances of the year, returning rock bottom as Madrid soared to the summit of La Liga.
After a torrid start from Barcelona, the Catalans have cooled off in recent weeks, coping Madrid the chance to move into second place, just one point behind city rivals Atletico.
The reigning champions of Europe have been hampered by a devastating damage record this season, losing Dani Carvajal and Eder Militao to season-ending ACL while David Alaba is yet to return from his knee problem. Ancelotti has openly sought reinforcements in January, but the club have finally closed the door on this possibility according to Spanish media. neither.
Madrid may not be active in the winter window, but they have already drawn up a light outline of their plans in the summer. Alongside a leaky defence, midfield has been highlighted as a weakened area since Kroos' retirement in June.
PSG24-year-old striker Vitinha has emerged as a new candidate to fill the considerable void left by the German icon. The former Wolverhampton Wanderers controller has excelled in the French capital, establishing himself as an undisputed starter under Luis Enrique, capable of dictating play from deep while providing a potent goal threat from the edge of the area.
Real Sociedad's Martin Zubimendi is another name featured. While the winner of Euro 2024 is unlikely to move in JanuaryReal Madrid will have to compete with a glut of Premier League clubs for the 25-year-old Spaniard next summer.
In their search for a defender, Madrid have targeted Bournemouth centre-back Dean Huijsen, according to another report from neither. The talented and majestic Spain Under-21 international only left Juventus for the south coast in July, but has quickly impressed during his first five months at the club. Premier League.
Athletics claim Madrid are considering a move for veteran Al Nassr centre-back Aymeric Laporte – who would be open for a transfer – alongside the youthful alternatives of Palmeiras' Vitor Reis and former Napoli graduate of the Madrid academy, Rafa Marin.