Real Madrid’s resolute stance on the transfer market signals a wait-and-watch strategy, affirming no ongoing talks or dealings until the season concludes, a sentiment Ancelotti reiterates. Despite the club’s public assurance regarding no imminent signings, Erling Haaland’s presence remains a persistent undercurrent in Madrid’s discussions.
While the club’s attention was primarily focused on Kylian Mbappé, Haaland’s figure hasn’t waned in the background. Madrid’s former pursuit of Mbappé and subsequent contract extension with PSG shifted focus away from Haaland. According to AS, the Norwegian striker’s anticipated release clause next summer—rumored to be around €200 million—positions him as a potential recruit from Manchester City to the Santiago Bernabéu.
In a recent interview, Haaland’s agent, Rafaela Pimenta, emphasized the importance of players’ autonomy in steering their futures. Although evading specifics about Haaland’s release clause, Pimenta’s presence at the Bernabéu sparked conjecture despite her denial of discussions with Real Madrid’s president, Florentino Pérez.
Real Madrid’s historical discord with Mino Raiola, Haaland’s former agent, contrasts Pimenta’s more affable approach, hinting at normalized relations. Even a previous altercation involving the player’s father seems inconsequential, suggesting no substantial impediments if Haaland’s signing becomes a viable option.