Haaland or Mbappe? Real Madrid Superstar Rodrygo Gives Honest Answer on Who He Wants at the Club

Haaland or Mbappe? Real Madrid Superstar Rodrygo Gives Honest Answer on Who He Wants at the Club

Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe
updated at November 14, 2023 at 10:32 AM
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  • Real Madrid forward Rodrygo Goes has spoken about who he wants as teammate between Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe
  • Mbappe has long been the priority for Real Madrid, but interest is said to have cooled as they turn to the Manchester City striker
  • Madrid are without a long-term No.9 following the departure of Karim Benzema

Rodrygo Goes has expressed his preference between Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe to join him at Real Madrid.

The Spanish giants have been linked with both players following the departure of Karim Benzema to the Saudi Pro League.

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Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe have appeared on Real Madrid's transfer radar as they seek a replacement for Karim Benzema. Photos by Ryan Pierse and Catherine Steenkeste
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Despite the curious absence of a marquee forward in their summer signings, Carlo Ancelotti's team has performed well, with Jude Bellingham stepping up to fill the void left by the Frenchman.

Meanwhile, speculation persists regarding the possibility of Real Madrid securing the services of Mbappe or Haaland, both considered future stars of global football.

Mbappe's contract with PSG expires next summer, and despite previous links to Madrid, a recent report from CadenaSER via Football Espana suggests that the pursuit of the 2018 World Cup winner has ended, potentially opening the door for Erling Haaland.

Also, reports over the past year have hinted at a clause in Haaland's City contract, with Spanish outlet AS via MEN reporting a €200m option becoming active next summer, prompting consideration from Madrid.

When asked about his preference between the two players joining him at the Bernabeu, Rodrygo remained tight-lipped in his response.

"Haaland or Mbappé? I don't know," he answered, as cited by Madrid Zone.

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Real reignite interest in Haaland

Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Erling Haaland has emerged as a potential target for Real Madrid, with the Spanish giants rekindling their interest in the Manchester City striker.

Haaland's remarkable debut season in England, guiding City to triumphs in the Champions League, Premier League, and FA Cup while scoring 52 goals, has captured the attention of Real Madrid.

Reports indicate that Real Madrid has shifted focus from a long-standing interest in Kylian Mbappe of Paris Saint-Germain to pursuing the Norwegian sensation.

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Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe
Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe is a Ligue 1, Bundesliga, and La Liga editor with five-year experience. He previously worked with Sports Corna and 360SportsGH.
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