Real Madrid has been closely following the development of Javi Guerra, a central midfielder for Valencia, considered one of Spain's greatest prospects. According to "Defensa Central", the white club wants to secure his services, but the problem lies in the price Valencia is asking for. Valencia is demanding a high figure, which is difficult to afford even for Madrid at the moment.
Faced with this situation, Florentino Pérez has decided to look for a creative way to lower the cost of the deal: including Dani Ceballos as a bargaining chip. The midfielder from Utrera isn't part of Xabi Alonso's plans and is being sought an exit. The idea was for him to be included in the swap for Javi Guerra, thus reducing the amount of money to be paid.
Valencia's rejection
However, the proposal hasn't convinced those at Mestalla. Valencia believes that Ceballos doesn't fit into its sporting project and prefers to bet on other profiles who are younger or have greater potential. This seriously complicates the operation, since without the exchange Real Madrid would have to renegotiate based solely on money.
Despite the initial rejection, Florentino Pérez isn't giving up and is still thinking about how to structure an offer that could convince the Valencian club.
Xabi Alonso and his trust in Javi Guerra
One of the main drivers of this move is Xabi Alonso. The Real Madrid coach sees in Javi Guerra a footballer with ideal qualities for Santiago Bernabéu: technical skill, late runs into the box, physical deployment, and vision of the game.
For Xabi Alonso, Guerra could be a key future piece in midfield, joining other young players like Güler, Tchouaméni, or Bellingham. He would adapt well to the pace Real Madrid demands, and he is also a Spanish footballer, something always valued in the white squad.
His fit in Real Madrid
Signing Javi Guerra would also help rejuvenate and balance the midfield. With Kroos already retired and Luka Modric gone, bringing in a player like Guerra would help ensure continuity in an essential line for the club's recent successes.
His ability to cover ground and his ease in getting into the opponent's box fit the idea of a dynamic midfield with plenty of goal threat. Xabi Alonso wants the team not to depend solely on Jude Bellingham in that area, and Javi Guerra could help diversify the offensive options from midfield.
Complicated operation, but not impossible
For now, the operation isn't progressing as Florentino wanted, but Real Madrid keep hoping to reach an agreement. Valencia won't make it easy because it considers Javi Guerra an untouchable piece, although a big offer could make them change their mind.
The attempt to include Dani Ceballos has failed, but Real Madrid's interest in Javi Guerra remains intact. It remains to be seen whether Florentino Pérez can convince Valencia and give Xabi Alonso the central midfielder he so desires.