Real Madrid’s Promising Future Squad: One Key Element Remains

Real Madrid’s vision for the future is beginning to take shape beautifully. The midfield appears rock-solid with talents like Jude Bellingham, Eduardo Camavinga, Aurelien Tchouameni, and Fede Valverde, all poised to lead the club for the better part of the next decade.

However, there’s one area in the squad that requires a final piece of the puzzle: the forward line. Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo undoubtedly represent the future as wingers, alongside the newly acquired 18-year-old talent, Arda Guler, who has ample room for growth and development.

The missing element in this equation is a starting center-forward to spearhead the attack in the years to come. With Karim Benzema’s departure to Al-Ittihad, there’s a noticeable void upfront for Real Madrid at the moment.

While the club secured Joselu on loan from Espanyol this summer, he appears to be a short-term solution as Los Blancos strategically plan for their long-term future.

One name that frequently surfaces as Real Madrid’s long-term center-forward is Kylian Mbappe. However, given the perpetual uncertainty surrounding the Frenchman’s future, it’s prudent for the club to explore other exciting options.

One such candidate is Manchester City’s Julian Alvarez. The Argentine is a uniquely versatile player, naturally positioned through the middle but capable of drifting out wide and creating opportunities from the wings.

The 23-year-old made a significant impact at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, contributing to Argentina’s victory after a 36-year drought, and he unquestionably merits a starting role at a top European club. Alvarez possesses the quality and skills necessary to fill the striker role that Real Madrid seeks for its future.

While it’s heartening to see Real Madrid linked with a potential move for Alvarez, it’s worth noting that he has been enjoying regular playing time with Manchester City this season, making a departure from the English club less enticing.