Real Madrid Sets Sights on Alphonso Davies for Summer 2024

With the recent transfer window closed and Real Madrid traditionally refraining from January signings, the club is already looking ahead to the summer of 2024 for potential additions. One player who has caught their attention is Bayern Munich left-back Alphonso Davies.

Davies, the Canadian sensation, is currently under contract with Bayern until 2025. However, negotiations over a contract extension hit a snag, as publicly revealed by the player’s agent in June, and there has been limited progress since. If an agreement is not reached by the summer of 2024, Bayern could face the dilemma of either losing him for free in 2025 or accepting a transfer fee in 2024.

Marca reports that Real Madrid has identified Davies as a key target to strengthen the left-back position, and they are likely to make an offer next summer in an effort to secure his services at a reduced price. Ferland Mendy’s persistent injury issues over the past two years have highlighted the need for a reliable left-back, and while Fran Garcia shows promise, he is not yet at the same level as Davies.

Real Madrid is expected to pursue a strategy similar to their successful approach with Jude Bellingham, focusing on convincing the player before formal negotiations. The prospect of pairing Davies with Vinicius Junior on the left side of the pitch has the potential to create one of the most formidable and dynamic flanks in football, making this transfer pursuit an enticing proposition for the club.