Real Madrid’s Contingency Plan: Erling Haaland as the Alternative to Kylian Mbappe

Real Madrid’s persistent pursuit of Kylian Mbappe has yet to yield results, leaving fans eagerly awaiting his potential arrival. Despite significant speculation this summer, the Frenchman remained at PSG as the transfer window closed, leaving room for speculation that he might even extend his contract with the Ligue 1 giants.

As of now, no contract extension has been confirmed, which means Mbappe could become a free agent next summer. In this scenario, Real Madrid appears to be his most likely destination. However, the club is well aware that nothing is certain in the ongoing Mbappe saga.

Real Madrid seems to have a contingency plan in place, and they have already identified an alternative option if the pursuit of Mbappe falls through.

According to reports from Defensa Central (via The Hard Tackle), Real Madrid has earmarked Erling Haaland as a potential signing should they fail to secure Mbappe’s signature in the summer of 2024.

Haaland would undoubtedly be a marquee signing for Real Madrid, particularly given their current lack of a world-class striker. The club is in need of a long-term successor to Karim Benzema, who departed at the end of the previous season.

In terms of goal-scoring prowess, few can match Haaland’s abilities in the present day. He netted an astonishing 52 goals in the previous season, contributing to Manchester City’s treble-winning campaign in his very first season with the club. Many Real Madrid fans believe that Haaland would be an exceptional addition to the squad, possibly even surpassing Mbappe in terms of impact.

The future of Los Blancos and their transfer plans remains uncertain, but with Haaland as a potential alternative, they appear well-prepared for the twists and turns of the upcoming transfer windows.