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Real Madrid ended 2021 on a high with a win over Athletic Bilbao in La Liga. Following the win, Los Blancos are now eight points ahead of second-placed Sevilla, who have a game in hand.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid are planning a player-plus-cash offer to convince Sevilla to sell Jules Kounde. Elsewhere, Liverpool are interested in a Los Blancos defender.
On that note, here's a look at the key Arsenal transfer stories as on 24th December 2021.
Real Madrid contemplating player-plus-cash offer for Jules Kounde
Real Madrid are ready to include Marco Asensio in an offer for Jules Kounde, according to El Nacional. Sevilla are willing to let the Frenchman leave next year. Los Blancos are among the clubs interested in his signature.
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Kounde emerged as one of the finest young defenders in Europe last season, generating a lot of interest this summer. Real Madrid briefly monitored the 23-year-old, but Sevilla managed to hold on to him.
The Frenchman has now hit a higher gear this campaign, forcing Los Blancos to rekindle their interest in the player. Real Madrid are tipped to reinforce their backline next year and are already exploring various options. Los Blancos are short of options in the backline, and believe Kounde could provide a long-term solution to their problem.
Real Madrid are now ready to offer Asensio along with €40 million for the 23-year-old Kounde. Sevilla hold an interest in the Spaniard, and could be open to such a proposal.
Asensio has struggled to cement a place in Carlo Ancelotti's team this season. Despite his recent woes, the 25-year-old is not short of options, so Los Blancos are ready to cash in on him.
Liverpool interested in Eduardo Camavinga
Liverpool are interested in Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga, according to El Nacional. The Frenchman is reportedly frustrated over a lack of chances at the Santiago Bernabeu. The 19-year-old only joined Los Blancos this summer, but is already thinking of leaving in search of regular football.
Camavinga has had to be content with a supporting role in Carlo Ancelotti's team this season. The Frenchman has appeared 17 times for Real Madrid so far, but has registered just 620 minutes of first-team action.
He is ready to cut ties with Los Blancos as a result, and Liverpool are eager to take advantage of that. Real Madrid value him at €45 million. However, they see the 19-year-old as a long-term replacement for Luka Modric, and are unlikely to let him leave.
Crystal Palace locked in negotiations for Borja Mayoral
Crystal Palace are locked in negotiations with Real Madrid for Borja Mayoral, according to Sport Witness via La Nazione. The Spaniard is currently on loan with AS Roma, but has struggled for game time under manager Jose Mourinho. Los Blancos are unimpressed with the situation.
Real Madrid are considering ending Mayoral's loan deal, and have initiated talks with the Eagles over a permanent move. Los Blancos are looking to offload Mayoral immediately for a transfer fee of €15 million.
