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Real Madrid are preparing to face Sevilla in LaLiga on Sunday, December 22, at the Santiago Bernabeu. Carlo Ancelotti's team are currently third in the league table after 17 games, a point behind leaders Barcelona who have played a game more.
Meanwhile, Los Blancos are not planning to cash in on a French defender next year. Elsewhere, the Spanish champions have set their sights on Manchester United forward Alejandro Garnacho.
On that note, let's look at the major Real Madrid transfer stories from December 20, 2024.
Real Madrid want Aurelien Tchouameni to stay
Real Madrid have no intention of letting Aurelien Tchouameni leave in 2025, according to AS. The French midfielder's position at the Santiago Bernabeu has been under scrutiny for a while.
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Tchouameni has struggled this season and it has been previously suggested that Los Blancos are ready to consider his departure. However, it now appears that there's no truth to those rumours.
The 24-year-old has appeared 19 times across competitions for the LaLiga giants this season. He has operated in midfield and even filled in at the back to help Real Madrid address the injury troubles in defense.
Despite his mixed performances, the player has the full support of the club. He also remains a key part of Carlo Ancelotti's plans. As such, Los Blancos have no desire to let him go at the moment.
However, his long-term future could depend on the club's activity in the upcoming transfer windows. The Frenchman is under contract at the Santiago Bernabeu until 2028.
Los Blancos eyeing Alejandro Garnacho
Real Madrid are among the clubs eyeing Alejandro Garnacho with interest, according to Caught Offside. The Argentinean forward's future has been subject to speculation after he was left out of the squad for the Manchester Derby.
Garnacho was a key figure under former manager Erik ten Hag, but his importance appears to have diminished under Ruben Amorim. However, the Portuguese head coach did include the 20-year-old in the squad for the EFL Cup quarterfinals against Tottenham Hotspur.
Los Blancos are keeping a close eye on developments at Old Trafford and could be ready to dive for the Argentinean if he becomes available. Interestingly, the report adds that an unnamed European club are planning a loan move for Garnacho with a £60m purchase option.
Real Madrid not planning Rodrygo Goes exit
Real Madrid won't listen to offers for Rodrygo Goes, according to AS. The Brazilian forward's future at the Santiago Bernabeu has been subject to speculation all summer.
Rodrygo has registered four goals and three assists from 19 games across competitions this season, 13 of which have been starts. However, it has been suggested that he is no longer indispensable for the LaLiga champions following the arrival of Kylian Mbappe.
Recent reports have also suggested that Liverpool have their eyes on the 23-year-old. The Premier League giants could attempt to prise him away in 2025 with a proper fee.
However, it now appears that Los Blancos will not consider Rodrygo's departure under any circumstances. The player remains firmly in their plans for the future.
