The 3 midfielders on Real Madrid's agenda

Apuesta a este partido aquí

La Liga

1 X 2

CD Alaves Getafe

15/08/26 19:30:00

2.30 2.80 3.60

 PUBLICIDAD

Cuotas validas al publicarse, sujetas a cambios. Regístrese en bet365, ingrese 5€ o más en su cuenta y conseguirá un 100% de su ingreso válido en créditos de apuesta (hasta 100€). Solo para clientes nuevos. Se aplican las condiciones. Las ganancias no incluyen el importe de los créditos de apuesta. Se aplican premios máximos, restricciones de juego, límites de tiempo y condiciones. Es necesario registrarse.

The transfer market of Real Madrid continues buzzing after signing Yan Diomandé, and there is a possibility of returning to the market to add a midfielder before the end of August despite losing out on the race for Rodri Hernández. Adam Wharton, Kees Smit, and Ayyoub Bouaddi remain among the players monitored by the club, yet all three operations entail high costs, and there are currently no active negotiations.

The first response from the white team to the situation created by Rodri is to revisit the plan with Bernardo Silva. José Mourinho sees the Portuguese as an option for the midfield positions, but the sports management keeps open the reports compiled over the past months.

Real Madrid Keeps Adam Wharton on Their Radar

Adam Wharton has been one of the options that Real Madrid has been following for a while. The English midfielder, aged 22, plays for Crystal Palace and is tied to the London club until June 30, 2029.

His market value currently stands at 70 million euros, but any negotiation would start from higher amounts. Palace is not in need to part ways with the player, and figures related to a possible sale have exceeded 100 million euros.

This scenario decreases the chances of an immediate deal. Madrid would have to make a larger investment than initially planned for the midfield, and as of now, they haven't begun formal discussions with Crystal Palace.

The second alternative is Kees Smit, a 20-year-old midfielder from AZ Alkmaar. The Dutchman is under contract until 2028 and has been part of the reports generated by the scouting department led by Juni Calafat.

His price would be lower than Wharton's. AZ aims to receive over 50 million euros, a significant amount but far from the three-digit figure required by the English club.

Ayyoub Bouaddi Targeted by Manchester City

The third option is Ayyoub Bouaddi, an 18-year-old midfielder from Lille. The Moroccan international's value rose after playing five matches during the 2026 World Cup and has also become a target for Manchester City.

Lille has set his price around 100 million euros. City is already in talks for Bouaddi and is considering adding him as part of their midfield reorganization due to a potential departure of Rodri.

The English competition may force Madrid to make a decision soon. If Manchester City reaches an agreement with Lille, the opportunity to sign Bouaddi would vanish in this market window and be hindered for several years due to a long-term contract in England.

No Negotiations Yet, But Real Madrid Is Assessing All Options

The three operations are currently in a monitoring phase. The sports reports exist, yet the club has not translated that work into offers or negotiations with Crystal Palace, AZ, or Lille. One thing that is clear is that Manuel Locatelli has been ruled out, a player who appeared in recent lists.

The final decision will depend on José Mourinho and the definitive squad configuration. Should the coach request another signing, Real Madrid can revisit the cases of Adam Wharton, Kees Smit, or Ayyoub Bouaddi; if the decision is to stick with the current squad, Bernardo Silva and the potential promotion of Thiago Pitarch will cover the internal alternatives for the midfield.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Los 3 mediocentros que están en la agenda del Real Madrid