Real Madrid to Turn Attention to Top Man United Star Should They Miss Signing Haaland

Real Madrid to Turn Attention to Top Man United Star Should They Miss Signing Haaland

Ibitoye Shittu
updated at April 12, 2023 at 8:00 PM
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  • Edinson Cavani could be on his way to Spanish side Real Madrid from Manchester United in the summer
  • That is if Real Madrid should fail in their race to sign Erling Haaland who is also wanted by Manchester City
  • Pep Guardiola and his chiefs at the Etihad are said to be trying hard to sign Erling Haaland at the end of the season

Real Madrid could be turning their attention to Manchester United striker Edinson Cavani should they miss the signing of Norwegian youngster Erling Haaland in the summer transfer.

As part of their plans to bolster their squad for the coming season, Real Madrid chiefs see Erling Haaland as an option to support Karim Benzema up front so as for them to excel in all competitions.

Real Madrid, Edinson Cavani, Man United, Haaland.
Real Madrid turn attention to Man United star Cavani. Photo by James Gill - Danehouse
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So far this season, Karim Benzema has been in sparkling form for Real Madrid as Los Blancos are in the Champions League semifinal and also close to winning the Spanish La Liga title.

What is Edinson Cavani's current contract with Man United?

Edinson Cavani's current contract with Manchester United will expire in the summer and it could be easier for Real Madrid to land the former PSG striker on free deal.

There are also news going round that Erling Haaland is interested in playing for reigning Premier League champions Manchester City.

What is Real Madrid position on the La Liga table?

After 32 games played, Real Madrid are topping the Spanish La Liga table with 75 points, while rivals Barcelona occupy second position with 60 points.

Man City agree £500,000 weekly deal to sign stunning striker Erling Haaland

Earlier, Sports Brief had reported how English Premier League club Manchester City have reportedly agreed £500,000-a-week deal to sign Erling Haaland to make him the highest-paid footballer in England.

Sportsmail reports that the Citizens are planning to trigger the striker’s £63million release clause at Bundesliga outfit Borussia Dortmund.

It was gathered the financial package has been approved by the Man City board and a five-year deal could be officially sealed in the next one week.

Dortmund had stated that nothing has been agreed with any club for the player as negotiations continue with the Spanish club Real Madrid and French side Paris Saint-Germain.

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