Real Madrid is not only focusing on strengthening its weakened defense but also exploring options to reinforce other key positions. Although the club has had some stumbles in defense this season, the Madrid scouts won't stopping working on new transfers. In recent days, it's been reported that one of Real Madrid's targets is a young talent from the Bundesliga who is standing out for his great performances.
Hugo Larsson: the Young Swedish Midfielder
According to Sky Sports, Real Madrid is interested in Hugo Larsson, a 20-year-old Swedish midfielder from Eintracht Frankfurt. Larsson joined Eintracht in the summer of 2023 from Malmö FF and has stood out for his technique, vision and ball recovery.
Despite his young age, Larsson has quickly adapted to the Bundesliga's elite, attracting interest from top European clubs. Real Madrid iw one of those teams that has kept an eye on Larsson. The white club appears to be willing to make a significant effort to bring him into its ranks.
The Transfer Market is Getting Difficult
Real Madrid's interest in Larsson is not the only one, as other clubs, such as Manchester United, are also after him. This interest is reflected in the figure that Eintracht Frankfurt has reportedly valued the young midfielder: around 50 million euros.
Although this figure may seem high, it's not an obstacle for Florentino Pérez. After all, he's has shown in the past that he is willing to invest large sums for promising young players with great potential.
Although his contract runs until 2029, Real Madrid could try to sign him in winter or summer, depending on the negotiations. The club scouts have reportedly been closely following his development even before his arrival in German soccer.
Mbappé's Surprise
Kylian Mbappé has been at Real Madrid for some time now and has established himself as one of the team's biggest stars. However, the French striker is still waiting to see who could be the next transfer. The thing is that competition for attacking positions at Santiago Bernabéu is always high.
Despite being a key player, Mbappé knows that Real Madrid is looking for reinforcements to increase the competition in his position. This sparks expectations both in the player and fans, who are waiting to see how the team is configured in the near future.