There had been rumors in recent hours about Real Madrid, but finally Jhon Durán will have another destination. All information points to the Colombian forward's future being in Saudi Arabia, more specifically alongside Cristiano Ronaldo. After standing out at Aston Villa, his next destination will be Al-Nassr, which has reached an agreement to make a significant outlay for his signing.
In total, Al-Nassr will pay 77 million euros ($81.4 million) to acquire Jhon Durán's services. Recently, the Colombian renewed his contract with Aston Villa until 2030, but this offer has been irresistible for all parties. We are talking about the biggest transfer of the winter market, leaving the English club in a great economic position to strengthen in the final days.
Florentino Pérez was closely following Jhon Durán, but at no point did he move to sign him despite the rumors. Finally, he will join Cristiano Ronaldo immediately, having reached an agreement for his transfer. At Al-Nassr, he will receive a contract far superior to his current one and, moreover, he will have the status of an undisputed starter as soon as he arrives.
Aston Villa has been very active in this market, signing for an approximate value of 40 million euros ($42.3 million) and selling for more than 100 "kilos" ($105.8 million).
Florentino rejected Jhon Durán
Madrid-Barcelona is in a position to confirm that the operation fell through because Real Madrid has no intention of parting with Endrick. The confidence in the Brazilian is total, and no loan is being considered. This scenario could only arise from next season, and if Ancelotti continues on the bench. Right now, it is a possibility completely ruled out by Florentino Pérez.
Madrid-Barcelona already revealed that, despite the interest existing, no proposal would be made for Jhon Durán. He is a forward who has been followed in recent months, and despite having good performance and good reports, he was quickly dismissed.
All efforts of Real Madrid, with Florentino Pérez at the helm, are focused on strengthening the defensive line for the next season. The attack is more than covered, and arrivals would only occur if there were departures. That will not be the case, so Jhon Durán will not play at Santiago Bernabéu. At least, for now...
For now, Jhon Durán will go to Saudi Arabia with Cristiano Ronaldo, who will speak wonders of his Real Madrid.