The transfer market remains turbulent for Real Madrid, and not just because of new arrivals. Clubs from Saudi Arabia have set their sights on several of the Whites' footballers. This is an offensive that has already tempted names like Dani Ceballos or David Alaba.
However, the major move that could be finalized in the coming hours features a key player in defense.
Saudi soccer's interest in Santiago Bernabéu isn't new. In recent windows, deals for figures like Luka Modric or Nacho were already explored. This time, the offer comes with a striking figure that has made Madrid seriously consider the sale.
An offer of 45 million
Real Madrid is studying an offer of 45 million euros ($48.9 million) from Saudi Arabia for Éder Militão. The Brazilian center-back, who has been an important piece in recent seasons, is open to the possibility of starting a new professional adventure and, at the same time, multiplying his salary.
This decision isn't a minor one for the club. Militão, despite his undeniable quality, has had seasons marked by serious injuries, which has reduced his consistency. With the arrival of new defensive reinforcements and the growing influence of other players in the backline, the operation presents itself as a financial opportunity that's hard to turn down.
Ceballos and Alaba also on the radar
Militão's case isn't an isolated one. Arab soccer has also approached Dani Ceballos and David Alaba, although so far without reaching figures as attractive as those put forward for the Brazilian center-back.
Madrid is aware that Saudi interest will keep increasing in the coming days. Their enormous financial capacity and the search for well-known players in Europe make the Whites' squad a very tempting showcase.
Sporting impact
If Militão's departure is finalized, Madrid would lose a fast, forceful defender with experience on big stages. However, the sporting management trusts that the current squad and the new signings can cover his absence. In addition, the 45 million would allow them to strengthen other positions or even keep it as a fund for future strategic moves.
In any case, the message the club sends is clear: everyone has a price, as long as the offer is high enough and the sporting impact can be absorbed.