News from La Liga — Manchester City’s prized striker has become the second major target for Real Madrid’s presidential candidate.
Earlier this week, Enrique Riquelme officially announced that he intends to bring Ballon d’Or winner and Real Madrid target Erling Haaland to the club if he is elected president.
He also stated that more of his campaign promises would be revealed throughout the week, including another high-profile signing that has already been planned.
Tomorrow, Riquelme is expected to officially announce the name of the second superstar he plans to sign, who has been confirmed to be a foreign player.
However, the identity of that player has already been leaked to the public.
Manchester’s Gem
It was recently revealed that the player Riquelme referred to is none other than Erling Haaland from Manchester City.
The Norwegian striker is viewed as the ideal choice by the presidential candidate to strengthen Real Madrid’s attack and make the team competitive again.
Riquelme is reportedly ready to do whatever it takes to ensure the striker joins Real Madrid if he wins the election.
However, the main question remains how Kylian Mbappe and Haaland would fit together in the same system.
This becomes even more complicated with Vinicius Jr also occupying a starting position on the wing.
As both are natural centre-forwards, a serious clash of roles could occur.
A Complex Move
Being regarded as one of the world’s top strikers, signing Haaland will not be an easy task.
One potential factor that could make it possible is Pep Guardiola’s departure from Manchester City.
The departure of the legendary manager marks the beginning of a new project for the Blues.
This could trigger internal tension and instability within the dressing room — something Real Madrid could take advantage of.
However, given Haaland’s long-term contract and extremely high valuation, the move would require a record-breaking fee, raising questions about its financial feasibility.
Additionally, the potential locker-room disruption such a move could cause would also need to be carefully managed.
Real Madrid are preparing for a major overhaul this summer, including the arrival of Jose Mourinho as the new head coach.
Although Mourinho’s return marks a significant shift, the future of some stars remains uncertain, including Eduardo Camavinga.
Camavinga’s chances of leaving the Santiago Bernabeu have grown following a disappointing 2025/26 campaign.
The French midfielder has been linked with a move away, with Juventus emerging as a potential destination.
Possible Loan Move?
Reports suggest that Eduardo Camavinga could leave Real Madrid on loan to Juventus this summer.
This deal would allow the French player to remain under contract with Real Madrid — something he has always wanted — while gaining regular playing time in one of Europe’s top leagues.
These rumours from Italy come as indications grow that Jose Mourinho does not plan to include Camavinga in his setup for next season.
Real Madrid Prefers Permanent Sale
However, sources within Real Madrid believe that a permanent transfer would make more sense.
With Camavinga’s contract running until 2029, club executives estimate his market value to be between 35 million and 40 million euros.
This amount would help ease the club’s wage burden and open up space in the squad for Mourinho’s rebuilding project.
This development comes as little surprise, as Camavinga has struggled to secure a regular starting spot during his five seasons at the club.
His inability to progress as expected has been compounded by recurring injuries and a notorious red card against Bayern Munich that frustrated both fans and management.
Adding to his woes, Camavinga was also left out of France’s World Cup squad — a clear indicator of his declining status.
Real Madrid and Florentino Perez have identified Enzo Fernandez as a priority signing for this summer.
This is partly due to his undeniable quality and talent, and also because of his open desire to move to the Spanish giants.
Despite being under contract with Chelsea, the Argentine star has repeatedly expressed his wish to play for Real Madrid.
It is clear that he is looking to leave the London-based club in the upcoming transfer window.
With Real Madrid in need of midfield reinforcements, the club sees this as a major opportunity in the transfer market.
Los Blancos are reportedly willing to make a serious effort to sign him, despite the challenges involved.
Backup Plan Ready
According to recent reports, Real Madrid has prepared alternatives in case their pursuit of Enzo Fernandez fails in June.
One of the main backup options being seriously considered is Alexis Mac Allister.
Mac Allister, a World Cup winner with Argentina who currently plays for Liverpool, is viewed as a more affordable alternative to Fernandez while still offering quality depth.
The 27-year-old midfielder is under contract at Anfield until 2028 and has long been on Real Madrid’s radar.
Rodri from Manchester City has also been linked with Real Madrid in recent months.
However, his value seems to have declined due to his age and a recent serious injury.
Questions About Player Profile
Although Real Madrid clearly needs midfield reinforcements, the team already has a crowded midfield lineup.
The irony lies in the lack of a specific profile — a creative playmaker capable of orchestrating attacks.
Yet, Real Madrid already have several advanced midfielders, including Jude Bellingham, Arda Guler, and Brahim Diaz.
Nico Paz, who is set to return to Real Madrid, also plays in a similar role.
This creates a dilemma regarding where Enzo Fernandez would fit best in the lineup.
Moreover, his 120 million euro price tag is considered excessive by Real Madrid, making Alexis Mac Allister a more realistic alternative.
