Real Madrid want to sign Raheem Sterling from Manchester City after Kylian Mbappe's snub

Real Madrid want to sign Raheem Sterling from Manchester City after Kylian Mbappe's snub

Martin Moses
updated at April 12, 2023 at 8:03 PM
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  • Raheem Sterling has emerged as a potential target for Real Madrid after the Spanish giants were snubbed by Kylian Mbappe
  • Real Madrid were confident that they will get Mbappe from Paris Saint Germain but the French striker chose to extend his contract with PSG
  • Sterling has only one year left on his contract and has in the past expressed his admiration for the Los Blancos

Real Madrid are set to move in for Manchester City winger Raheem Sterling after Kylian Mbappe's snub.

Mbappe was widely expected to join Madrid but chose to extend his Paris Saint-Germain contract by a further three years.

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Pep Guardiola gives instructions to Raheem Sterling before bringing him on during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Aston Villa at Etihad Stadium. Photo by Matt McNulty.
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It is now understood that Real are considering approaching Sterling over a possible deal. Sterling is entering into the final year of his contract at City and so far, there haven't been any rumours about a possible extension.

The England international has been a long-term admirer of the Los Blancos, according to the Daily Star.

He gave an in-depth interview, detailing his love for the Spanish giants. It is understood that he habours the dream of playing for them one day.

And now after missing out on both Erling Haaland and Mbappe, Real Madrid President will be out to make a statement signing this summer. The club is ready to offer 50 million euros to land the 27-year-old.

Sterling has been in and out of Pep Guardiola's side and will be keen to seek a move elsewhere as he hopes to be part of Gareth Southgate's squad for the World Cup.

Kylian Mbappe declares his support for Real Madrid in the Champions League final

Sports Brief reported that Kylian Mbappe had declared he will cheer Real Madrid on in the finals of the UEFA Champions League against Liverpool.

The 23-year-old forward has been a top transfer target for Spanish giants Real Madrid but dealt them a huge blow when he announced he will be staying at the Parc des Princes for the next three seasons.

Mbappe, who was adjudged as the Ligue 1 Player of the Season, penned a heartwarming letter explaining why he extended his stay with the Parisian outfit.

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Martin Moses is a sports journalist with over five years of experience in media. He graduated from Multimedia University of Kenya (Bachelor of Journalism, 2017-2021)