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Real Madrid are putting together final preparations ahead of their Champions League game against AC Milan at the Santiago Bernabeu on Tuesday, November 5. Carlo Ancelotti's team have two wins and one defeat in their three games in Europe this season.
Meanwhile, Los Blancos are planning a colossal move for Erling Haaland. Elsewhere, Manchester City have set their sights on a Brazilian forward who plays for the Spanish champions.
On that note, let's look at the major Real Madrid transfer stories from November 4, 2024.
Real Madrid eyeing £168m Erling Haaland move
Real Madrid are ready to break the bank for Erling Haaland, according to Fichajes. The Norwegian striker is a long-term target for the LaLiga champions, who see him as the ideal fit to the No. 9 position at the Santiago Bernabeu.
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Los Blancos signed Kylian Mbappe this summer, but it is clear that their attack still lacks an out-and-out striker. Haaland has been outstanding for Manchester City since arriving at the Etihad from Borussia Dortmund in the summer of 2022.
The 24-year-old has registered 104 goals from 112 games for the Premier League champions and is under contract until 2027. City have him firmly in their plans, while he also has a release clause in his deal which could complicate matters.
Real Madrid, meanwhile, are worried about the futures of Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo Goes. The former is wanted in Saudi Arabia, while the latter has admirers in the Premier League.
Should the duo leave next summer, Los Blancos will replace them with Erling Haaland. The LaLiga champions are willing to offer £169m to convince Manchester City to let him go.
Manchester City want Rodrygo Goes
Manchester City have set their sights on Rodrygo Goes, according to Fichajes. Pep Guardiola has a wealth of attacking riches at his disposal at the Etihad, including £100m signing Jack Grealish.
However, the Spanish manager wants to upgrade his wide-forward position and has set his sights on Rodrygo. The Brazilian's future at Real Madrid remains uncertain and the Premier League champions could be willing to offer as much as €150m to prise him away.
Rodrygo has been off-color this season, registering just three goals in 13 games across competitions. His future has been the subject of speculation since the arrival of Kylian Mbappe this summer. With Los Blancos already plotting a move for Erling Haaland in 2025, they could be open to the 23-year-old's exit.
Vinicius Junior reluctant to sign a new deal
According to Revelo, Vinicius Junior is yet to enter talks with Real Madrid regarding a new deal. The Brazilian's contract expires in the summer of 2027 and he currently earns £330,000 per week.
Los Blancos are pleased with his efforts last season and want to reward him with a new deal. While he failed to win the Ballon d'Or, the LaLiga champions believe that Vinicius remains one of the best in the world and are eager to end speculation regarding his future.
However, the player isn't too keen to sit down for negotiations regarding a new deal. The 24-year-old was subject to an intense pursuit from Saudi Arabia this summer and was reportedly offered a pay package worth €1 billion.
As such, Real Madrid may be worried that the offer may have turned his head.
