5 players Real Madrid need to sign this transfer window

Fresh from winning the La Liga title, Real Madrid have already indicated that they have no intention of resting on their laurels. Los Blancos are preparing for the upcoming Champions League knockout stages and could well add to their squad this summer to carry on competing next season.

Although Real Madrid president Florentino Perez confirmed that the club are expected to have a quiet summer, a lot could change for the reigning La Liga champions in the coming weeks.

With several players from the old guard ageing and new signings not quite hitting the heights they were expected to, Real Madrid could be in the market for fresh faces this summer.

On that note, here are five superstar players they could target to add to their squad.

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#5 Eduardo Camavinga | Rennes

Eduardo Camavinga has his heart set on a move to Real Madrid

17-year-old Eduardo Camavinga has made rapid strides this season for Rennes and enjoyed a stunning breakthrough season in France. A combative box-to-box midfielder by trade, the Ligue 1 starlet featured 36 times for his side in all competitions and caught the eye of several big teams in world football.

Camavinga is one of French football's brightest prospects and reportedly has his heart set on a move to Real Madrid. Los Blancos are also interested in securing his signature, but they may have to wait for a year or two before making a move for the Frenchman.

Multiple reports have confirmed that the admiration between Camavinga and Real Madrid is mutual and it remains to be seen if he secures his dream move to the Santiago Bernabeu this summer.

The reigning La Liga champions could add to their midfield to complement the likes of Toni Kroos and Luka Modric, who are entering the twilight years of their careers.

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#4 Erling Haaland | Borussia Dortmund

Erling Haaland is one of the most sought-after strikers in world football

Erling Haaland's 2019-20 season has been something of a fairytale. Having started the current campaign with RB Salzburg, the towering striker earned himself a move to Borussia Dortmund in the January transfer window after scoring goals for fun for the Austrian Bundesliga side.

With 44 goals and ten assists for both his clubs, the Norwegian striker enjoyed a stunning rise to stardom and is one of the most potent goalscorers in world football.

Despite being just 20 years of age, Haaland looks like the complete package in front of goals and has terrorized defenders across the continent with his strength and sudden burst of pace.

Aside from Karim Benzema, Real Madrid do not have a consistent goal threat amongst their ranks and could look for attacking reinforcements. Haaland seems destined for the very top and should be amongst the candidates being considered when Los Blancos eventually look for a man to replace the Frenchman up front.

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#3 Kai Havertz | Bayer Leverkusen

Kai Havertz has also been linked with a move to Chelsea

Bayer Leverkusen's crown jewel Kai Havertz is one of the most sought-after players in world football. The German midfielder can play in a variety of positions and has impressed with a series of eye-catching performances for the Bundesliga outfit, as he continues to attract interest from the biggest clubs in the world.

Real Madrid have also been mentioned as one of the clubs interested and could make a move for him to add more strength and depth to their ageing midfield. Blessed with wonderful ball control and a keen eye for a pass, Havertz looks set to leave Leverkusen this summer and is expected to cost around €90 million.

The price tag could be a stumbling block in any potential deal for him, as Real Madrid indicated that they are unlikely to break the bank this summer, The 21-year-old has also attracted interest from Chelsea and Los Blancos will have to move quickly if they are to have a chance of landing him this summer.

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#2 Paul Pogba | Manchester United

Zinedine Zidane remains a huge fan of Paul Pogba

Paul Pogba's Manchester United future hangs in the balance despite his recent renaissance. The Frenchman, who has described Zinedine Zidane as one of his idols, has made no secret of his admiration for Real Madrid.

With Luka Modric approaching the twilight years of his career, Los Blancos could be in the market for a world-class midfielder to take over the reins from the Croatian.

Pogba has been targeted by Zidane before and it remains to be seen if he is courted once again this summer, as he is yet to sign an extension with the Red Devils.

The Frenchman's agent is the notorious Mino Raiola, who has made a name for himself as one of football's most powerful middlemen. Any potential deal for Pogba could depend on his agent, who recently indicated that his client is waiting for a contract extension offer from his current club.

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#1 Kylian Mbappe | Paris Saint-Germain

Kylian Mbappe looks destined to end up at Real Madrid

The mutual admiration between Kylian Mbappe and Real Madrid means the move is likely to happen at some stage in the young Frenchman's career. Dubbed as the next big thing in world football, Mbappe has taken world football by storm and is already one of the best players in his position despite being just 21 years of age.

In 34 appearances in all competitions this season, Mbappe has notched up a staggering total of 30 goals and 17 assists for the Parisian club.

The World Cup winner has spoken publicly about his Real Madrid dream and has also admitted that Cristiano Ronaldo is his idol. Additionally, Zinedine Zidane is also a keen admirer of the player and the pair could join forces this summer.

While the move is highly unlikely due to the financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic, Mbappe will be keeping close tabs on the Spanish giants. There remains an air of inevitability around his move to the Santiago Bernabeu and he is likely to secure his dream move at some point in the near future.

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