The question of who Real Madrid should sign next has become a hot topic among fans and pundits alike. With Los Blancos lacking a true number nine since Karim Benzema’s departure, two names have dominated the headlines: Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland. In a recent interview, a Real Madrid legend has made a surprising claim, prioritizing Haaland over Mbappe as the transfer target.
Despite Mbappe’s increasing links with Real Madrid and ongoing transfer saga, the former Galactico’s claims developed intrigue among fans.
Former Real Madrid forward and club legend Alfonso Perez stirred up the soccer world by expressing a rather unexpected preference between Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe. Perez emerged from Madrid’s youth ranks and had a distinguished career playing for both Real Madrid and Real Betis. He did not hesitate to choose Haaland as his favored candidate when asked about the potential signing.
As reported by AS, Perez stated that he would prioritize Haaland over Mbappe if he were in charge of transfer decisions. While promoting Mbappe’s talent, Perez believes that the Norwegian’s profile aligns more closely with what Real Madrid is currently looking for. “Both are fantastic players, but if it could only be one, then Haaland suits Madrid’s profile better. I think Mbappe is the best in the world, but we already have Vinicius and Rodrygo in that position,” the former Spanish forward explained.
Alfonso Perez’s statement added another layer of intrigue to the ongoing speculation surrounding Kylian Mbappe’s potential move to the Spanish capital. While Mbappe’s speed and technical ability are undeniable, Perez’s argument raises interesting questions about Real Madrid’s current needs. It will be interesting to see Real Madrid’s next stance. On the same lines, Perez put forward his belief in a rising star, claiming him as a “top scorer”.
Beyond the Haaland-Mbappe debate, Alfonso Perez expressed confidence in the rising star of Real Madrid’s midfield, Jude Bellingham. He claimed that Bellingham is capable of clinching the highest scorer honor in La Liga this season. With 11 goals in 13 games, Bellingham has emerged as the unexpected leader in La Liga’s goal-scoring charts.
“It is no coincidence that he is the top scorer. He is not a striker, but the freedom he has, how well he comes from the second line, and playing surrounded by such good players is leading to several goals that were unthinkable when he arrived at Madrid,” Perez said about Bellingham.