When it’s not one, it’s the other. In recent years, the Spanish press has multiplied articles on Kylian Mbappé (24 years old) and Erling Haaland (23 years old). The two superstars are insistently cited by Real Madrid, who are looking for a world-class striker to compensate for the loss of Karim Benzema (35). While the Frenchman will have the advantage of being free next June, the residents of the Santiago-Bernabéu stadium no longer seem really interested. In any case, this is the official speech from Casa Blanca. Last weekend, she issued a press release to set the record straight on the subject.
Madrid still thinking about Haaland
Since then, several Iberian media, renowned for their seriousness, have assured that the people of Madrid no longer want KM7. His age, salary and other points would be problematic. As far as Erling Haaland is concerned, the door has never been closed. Especially since he has a clause to be able to leave Manchester City for almost 200 million euros next summer. That’s still a lot of money. But when we look closely at the needs of Ancelotti’s team, his profile fits perfectly with what he is missing today.
This Friday, A.S. also talks about his case. “Haaland, always present”, headlines the Madrid media which explains that it has always been plan B behind KM7 but that this is no longer necessarily the case today. Despite being a City player, Real Madrid still have their eye on him and think highly of him. His agent, Rafaela Pimenta, maintains very good relations with management. Moreover, she was present Tuesday evening at the Santiago-Bernabéu stadium to attend the Champions League match against Braga. This, while she had no player from her team on the pitch.
Several positive points
If she denied having spoken about the Norwegian with the people of Madrid, the press is seriously questioning her presence. What is certain is that the player always has Real Madrid in the back of his mind. A club where he could find his friend Jude Bellingham, whom he knew at BVB. Haaland does not hide the bond between them. Recently, he said: “I saw Jude (Bellingham)’s incredible debut at Real Madrid and I’m very happy for him.” Then he released a “what guy” after the victory and the Englishman’s goal against Getafe. After the Clasico, he wrote: “what this guy is doing is unreal.”
This did not escape Real Madrid. The good understanding between the two stars could be a plus and a good thing for the Madrid locker room. In addition, Haaland feels good in Spain, where he has bought a house in Marbella where he spends a lot of time. But nothing has been done yet. A.S. explains that we need to know what the 23-year-old intends to do, he who has adapted perfectly to Manchester City. Under contract until 2027, the striker (15 goals and 3 assists in 15 games this season) will have to decide, he who seems to have the advantage over Mbappé in Madrid.
