Transfer Zone: Are Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland and Paul Pogba Real Madrid-bound?
It's been a while since Real Madrid last signed a Galactico but could that change in the next summer's transfer window?
Real Madrid
With Kylian Mbappe and Paul Pogba edging towards the end of their contracts, many believe that Real Madrid are considering the possibility of bringing the pair to Spain's capital on free transfers.
Throw in Erling Haaland to the mix for a cool £75million and Real could secure a world-class trio for less than the cost of Jack Grealish.
They are getting both Mbappe and Haaland for combined 75m next summer. Pogba on free is possible too. Balance 125m covers the salary cost for 2 for 5 years. https://t.co/u94mt8UD09
— . (@Schurrlockk) August 19, 2021
Patrick Bamford
Leeds United and Patrick Bamford have come to an agreement on a new contract.
We all knew he was good… but not as good as those stats seem to suggest! Blimey!
Patrick Bamford is the greatest striker ever... pic.twitter.com/3qBAUGs6Fm
— Brett Mendoza💙 (@BrettMendoza_) August 19, 2021
It’s not just a contract extension. To tie Bamford down until 2026 is massive.
— Kris Smith (@KrisSmith98) August 19, 2021
A hands-off statement, and a huge vote of confidence for ‘one of the best strikers English football has’. #lufc pic.twitter.com/uUo2erUH8s
Others are not so keen…
Bamford when Leeds need him to perform pic.twitter.com/UL0XHpshsb
— Shehryar🇵🇰 (@ShehryarThfc) August 14, 2021
Harry Kane vs Robert Lewandowski
The latest story doing the rounds is Robert Lewandowski's apparent desire to leave Bayern Munich.
It's certainly bad news for Harry Kane who has been eyeing a move to the Etihad.
Man City ending the Kane negotiations after finding out Lewandowski is available: pic.twitter.com/53m7xonBiJ
— 🔴🏴 (@YanitedAlways) August 19, 2021
Lewandowski to Liverpool?
Liverpool are one of those clubs as fans continue to dream about a Klopp-Lewy reunion.
Some are not keen on Europe's leading goalscorer though. Why would they be? They've already got Origi and Ox...
No way Jose! We’ve got origi and Ox can play false nine if needed👍 https://t.co/txzs3BYzRX
— señor 🇵🇸 (@yenotha) August 19, 2021
Pedro
Lazio have today confirmed the signing of Pedro from AS Roma.
Good excuse to see this wondergoal again!
Pedro on the timeline, bringing this back pic.twitter.com/diucsTpb6v
— Liam (@_CFCLiam2) August 19, 2021
Pedro has joined Lazio on a free transfer, he's still the only player in football to have won:
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) August 19, 2021
✅ Premier League
✅ Champions League
✅ Europa League
✅ World Cup
✅ Euros pic.twitter.com/Cnhk4gUcE9
Lucas Torreira
Arsenal doing Arsenal things.
One day they splash millions on a back-up goalkeeper. The next, they push aside a talented 25-year-old midfielder at a time when they really need mifielders.
Torreira's agent has since spoken about the midfielder's desire to return to Italy.
— Chris Wheatley (@ChrisWheatley_) August 19, 2021
I'm told that the Uruguayan, who is currently in London, respects the decision made and is grateful for the support from #AFC fans.