Real Madrid has inquired about Dzeko, would sign him for free to play Joselu’s role
š§ Real Madrid Inquire About Edin Džeko: A Free Agent to Replace Joselu?
With the summer transfer window heating up and the Club World Cup looming, Real Madrid continue to explore low-cost, high-impact options to complete their squad. According to sources close to the club, Los Blancos have recently made inquiries about Edin Džeko, the veteran Bosnian striker currently at FenerbahƧe, as a potential free transfer.
ā½ Džeko, the New āPlan Bā?
The departure of Joselu, who returned to Espanyol after his loan spell, left a clear void: that of a classic No. 9 ā a physical forward capable of coming off the bench and making an impact in the air or in tight spaces. While Real Madridās attack is packed with pace and technical brilliance, the squad lacks a proven, experienced target man.
Enter Edin Džeko: 38 years old, over 300 career goals, and still delivering in big matches. The former Manchester City, Roma, and Inter Milan striker offers precisely what Xabi Alonso might need ā a reliable āPlan Bā in key moments.
š° Free Transfer, Low Risk, High Reward
One of the most appealing aspects of Džekoās profile? He could arrive on a free transfer, with his contract in Turkey reportedly expiring this summer. This aligns perfectly with Madridās cautious transfer approach ā especially for a role that would not demand weekly starts.
Džekoās experience in the Champions League, Serie A, and Premier League gives him the pedigree Real Madrid often looks for in veterans. His professionalism, physical presence, and ability to turn games from the bench make him an ideal short-term solution.
š§© Fitting into Xabi Alonsoās System
While Xabi Alonso has spoken about tactical flexibility and dynamic systems, heās also emphasized the importance of depth and versatility. Džeko would likely accept a secondary role, much like Joselu did ā and that could be key.
Whether Real Madrid ultimately pull the trigger on the deal may depend on other factors:
- The future of Endrick and Rodrygo in the squad.
- Budget flexibility after big-name arrivals like Alexander-Arnold.
- Whether any surprise sales take place during the summer.
š A Story to Watch
For now, the interest in Džeko is just that ā interest. But Real Madrid have shown in the past (with Mario MandžukiÄ, Chicharito, or Adebayor) that theyāre not afraid to bring in experienced strikers when needed.
If signed, Džeko would become yet another example of Madrid’s pragmatic planning, where even short-term pieces can prove crucial in the pursuit of silverware.
