Real Madrid Transfer Updates: Interest in Chelsea's Cole Palmer; Saudi Clubs Dream of Alphonso Davies; and Potential Return of Miguel Gutiérrez
After traveling to Atalanta on Tuesday, December 10, to fight for their place in the last 16 of the Champions League, Real Madrid will be buzzing after thumping Girona 3-0 last weekend in La Liga. Carlo Ancelotti’s squad is light on their feet this winter transfer season with tales about world-class acquisitions, figuring out heavyweights like those from Chelsea, Bayern Munich, and a possible homecoming for an old friend.
Here is a roundup of the latest Real Madrid transfer news.
Los Blancos interested in Chelsea Rising Star Cole Palmer
According to Fichajes.net, Real Madrid has shown interest in Cole Palmer, the rising star at Chelsea. As per the reports from the site, club president Florentino Pérez is a fan of the 22-year-old English midfielder who he believes would be a great asset to the future-oriented line-up of the team.
Having transferred from Manchester City in summer 2023, Palmer has made headwind after his big move to Chelsea. He has been scored with a total of 11 goals and six assists in 17 matches across all competitions this season only. Still, offers, as it seems, will not be oriented to this player as Chelsea line up him until the year of 2033.
Given the track record of attracting superstars of Real Madrid, it is not difficult to soothe the interest of the Spaniards in regards to Palmer, though Chelsea will be throwing everything at him to build into their next generation. If he were to join, he could slot into midfield with his countryman, Jude Bellingham.
Some prestigious movements have previously taken place between the clubs as far as players signed from Chelsea to the Spanish giants; the most recent include Thibaut Courtois and Eden Hazard. For Palmer, it will be more difficult than the previous names because the Blues are adamant about holding onto their star.
Alphonso Davies Targeted by Saudi Arabia Clubs
As per reports from Florian Plettenberg, Alphonso Davies of Bayern Munich has evoked much interest from several Saudi Arabian clubs like Al Ahli. His contract with Bayern Munich is set to expire next summer, with discussions for an extension nowhere near conclusion, and now he gets several interested suitors watching his track.
Real Madrid have already earmarked him for free transfer at the end of the season. However, his representatives are said to be having ongoing discussions with the clubs in the Middle East to pursue him through other means.
Davies has been mentioned moving to Saudi Arabia over the summer; however, talks did not move anywhere. Plettenberg notes Bayern Munich is quite positive about keeping the 24-year-old as he has lowered his salary expectations and could thus open the door for talks over renewing his contract.
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Miguel Gutiérrez May Be Returning to Santiago Bernabéu
According to Mundo Deportivo, Miguel Gutiérrez may come to Real Madrid as a back-up for the left-back position. He now impresses with two goals and three assists in 21 matches, and he has been on loan at Girona from Madrid since 2022.
Ferland Mendy’s trouble led Real Madrid to look at alternative options when it came to left-backs. The prime target still remains Alphonso Davies, but increased competition to sign him has pushed the club to screen different alternatives. Gutiérrez has an also reportedly modest buyback clause amounting to just €8 million, hence being an attractive solution.
Real Madrid hold 50% of Gutiérrez’s rights, therefore the move back to Santiago Bernabéu would be a cost-effective and strategic move.
Looking Ahead
The mad December might be stormed by Real Madrid having vital matches in the UEFA Champions League. Yet, transfer activity at the club continues to churn in great interest: whether in searching after young gems like Cole Palmer, pursuing Alphonso Davies, or reclaiming hot properties like Miguel Gutiérrez. Los Blancos are determined to build a team for the future, something that would keep them on the path of continuous domination.
