Real Madrid: Carlo Ancelloti had previously confirmed that Real Madrid won’t sign players this January. However, they could be in need to bring in some players. The recent defeat to Villarreal has given Barcelona the edge in the La Liga race.
Los Blancos are currently on 38 points from 16 games. While Barca managed to get crucial three points against Atletico Madrid. Ousmane Dembele scored the only goal of the game. The Catalans are now on 41 points with 16 games.
With games approaching fast and thick, Ancelloti needs to rotate his squad. Almost on all positions, he has a decent backup except the striker position. Thus, Real Madrid are now plotting a move for a Serie A legend.
Real Madrid wants a new striker
According to Calciomercatoweb via The Hard Tackle, Los Blancos want Inter Milan striker Edin Dzeko. The Inter Milan striker is now 36 years old but he is still fit and firing. This season he has largely played as a backup to Romelu Lukaku and Lautaro Martinez.
Despite this, he has managed to score 13 goals in all competitions. The former Manchester City star can add more cover for Karim Benzema. The Frenchman is now 35 years old and he has been a bit injury prone as well. While Mariano DÃaz is not a viable option in the long term.
Thus, Los Blancos want to sign Dezko. Even Manchester United were linked with a move for him. However, they now want to sign Marcus Thuram. Thus leaving Real Madrid in the race for Bosnian.
Real Madrid wants a Spanish fullback
The Defensea Central via Hardtackle has reported that Los Blancos have submitted a bid of €45 million for Pedro Porro. The Spanis fullback currently plays for Sporting Lisbon. He was signed on loan from Manchester City. However, the move was later made permanent.
Los Blancos are looking for a new fullback as well. The likes of Dani Carjval and Ferland Mendy’s performances have been often questioned. While Porro plays as a right-back, he is likely to replace Carjval. The Real Madrid right-back is now 30 years old. But his performances have been inconsistent as well.
The 23 years old is seen as a replacement for the Spaniard. However, other clubs across Europe have shown interest in the Spaniard. The likes of Tottenham Hotspur and FC Barcelona have been linked with him. However, it is yet to be seen whether other clubs are willing to pay similar money.
Ancelloti’s views on the Real Madrid defeat
The Italian was far from happy after his side’s defeat. Los Blancos first conceded from a misplaced pass by Ferland Mendy. Later on, Karim Benzema equalized from the spot. However, Real Madrid were unable to maintain the equilibrium in the game. Just three minutes later they conceded a penalty and Villarreal made it 2-1.
The former Chelsea manager did not blame the referees but rather found faults within his own team. He explained that Los Blancos were unable to deal with the Yellow Submarines pressing. While he also pointed out that due to fixture congestion, he had to make alterations.
Eder Militao played as a right back, usually, he plays as a center back. While Fede Valverde was used as a right-winger. Although he has previously played in that position but he is actually a midfielder.
