Two candidates for Real Madrid's most important sale

The transfer market of Real Madrid is in full swing, and a summer with more movements than expected in the midfield is on the horizon. The agreed departure of Dani Ceballos, as reported by AS, may just be the first step in a much deeper operation within the white squad.

The club has brought in key players and needs to balance the squad, both in the number of players and in the wage bill. Following the signings of Marc Cucurella, Denzel Dumfries, Bernardo Silva, and Ibrahima Konaté, the sports management knows that there will be significant departures.

Real Madrid needs to sell before buying again

Real Madrid has made a significant financial effort in the last two transfer windows. Last summer, they invested around 200 million euros in players like Dean Huijsen, Álvaro Carreras, Franco Mastantuono, and Trent Alexander-Arnold.

Mourinho's request is clear: he wants a top-class central midfielder, a player capable of covering ground, supporting the team, and moving the ball with vision. On the radar are Enzo Fernández from Chelsea and Mateus Fernandes from West Ham.

Eduardo Camavinga, the most unstable name

According to José Félix Díaz, among players with market value, Eduardo Camavinga is facing the most delicate situation. The Frenchman has been losing prominence, and this past season, he only played around 43% of the possible minutes, a low figure for a player expected to be key.

Real Madrid paid 40 million euros to Rennes for him in 2021. From an accounting perspective, his signing has already been amortized, so a sale would generate significant profit for the club. The Premier League has shown interest for a while, and PSG has also explored the option.

The issue is that Eduardo Camavinga has not clearly expressed his intention to leave the club. He feels ready to compete for a spot and wants to first know the role Mourinho has in store for him in the new white project.

Aurelien Tchouameni also in demand

The other highlighted name is Aurelien Tchouameni, but his situation differs. The ex-Monaco player had one of his most solid seasons during a campaign without titles for the team and remains highly valued in the European market.

Real Madrid paid 80 million euros for Aurelien Tchouameni in 2022. Like Camavinga, his cost is less burdensome now, making any significant sale an opportunity for financial gain to pursue Mourinho's desired signing.

LaLiga demands a more balanced squad

The tactical fit is the question. Mourinho still needs to define his base formation and decide whether Tchouameni will be a starting defensive midfielder, an emergency center-back, or a rotational piece. Additionally, how his recent friction with Fede Valverde affects the team remains to be seen, although internally, the matter is considered resolved.

Valverde's departure seems much more complex. The Uruguayan is seen as a core part of the project, holds weight within the group, and is valued at around 90 million euros, but the club does not plan on parting with him unless an unexpected turn occurs.

LaLiga doesn't allow for planning mistakes, and Madrid aims to start the season with a shorter, competitive squad tailored to Mourinho. The coach seeks immediate performers, fewer long-term bets, and players ready to compete from day one.

Real Madrid acknowledges that to sign another top central midfielder, a significant departure must come first. Eduardo Camavinga and Aurelien Tchouameni have market value, demand, and sufficient worth to unlock the operation. The summer has just begun, but the white midfield has already become a major focal point in the market.

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