Real Madrid has moved faster than usual in this transfer market. The Club World Cup has sped up the timing of many of the transfers that have taken place, but they won't be the only ones. So far, the arrivals of Dean Huijsen, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Mastantuono have been confirmed, but Fabrizio Romano has been clear and direct: more are still to come.
Fabrizio Romano has indicated that Real Madrid is going to go after other targets it has in mind, although he hasn't revealed their positions or names. In recent weeks, rumors have been clear, pointing to a left back, a central midfielder, and a box striker.
Florentino targets three key reinforcements
Although Fabrizio Romano hasn't provided the names, one of the signings Real Madrid will make is Álvaro Carreras. Benfica has caused a lot of problems in recent weeks, but as soon as the Club World Cup ends, its release clause will be paid. In total, the Spaniard will arrive to strengthen the left flank, forcing the departure of someone from his direct competition: Mendy or Fran García.
One of the requests Xabi Alonso has made is to sign a central midfielder who can create from the base of play. Rumors have pointed to several names in recent weeks, with Stiller and Zubimendi being the most talked about. Something Madrid-Barcelona can confirm is that neither of them will arrive, as Florentino is considering a surprise option that hasn't yet come to light.
The last request from the man from Tolosa has been clear. He considers it a key need for the course of the season: a target striker. What he's looking for is a forward in the style of Joselu who can get minutes in certain matches to break the deadlock. The favorite is Ante Budimir, from Osasuna, whose release clause is €8 million.
There will be departures at Real Madrid
Not only arrivals, because the operations Fabrizio Romano referred to must also include departures. Whether as a transfer or a loan, Real Madrid expects many moves to reduce the number of players in the squad.
There are young players who are likely to go out on loan to keep growing elsewhere, while others could leave Bernabéu for good. It's expected that the World Cup will be key for Xabi Alonso to submit his list of players to be released. Florentino Pérez will try to fulfill everything he asks for.