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A Look Into Real Madrid's summer of 2022

Real Madrid, the indomitable kings of Spain will look to usher in a new era next summer with the opening of the new Santiago Bernabeu. The pride of playing for the Los Blancos, wearing the royal white jersey, playing for the batch and being an emotion for millions of people worldwide is no small task. Every footballer dreams to play for legendary clubs like these, but with times things are changing. The shift in power in European football, from the traditional powerhouses to newer and wealthier clubs has become apparent in the last few years. Amid this power shift and a raging pandemic, the royal club still holds strong. Here are my views on how Madrid can have the perfect transfer window in the summer of 2022.




OUTs

1.Marcelo

Marcelo is a legend, there can be absolutely no doubt about that. The best left back of his generation is on his way out of the club after agreeing a deal with a club in his native Brazil, although him retiring at the end of the season is also an option. Madrid has been blessed to have witnessed both Marcelo and Roberto Carlos, arguably 2 of the best in their positions. But ever since 2018, following Cristiano's departure, his form has gone down. That iconic Marcelo x Ronaldo duo will go down in history as one of the best partnerships of all time.



2.Bale

Gareth Bale, probably the greatest Welsh player of all time should be the next player to leave. Bale has found considerable amount of success during his spell at Madrid, notably winning 4 ucls and forming the BBC with Benzema and Cristiano. But more recently, his wages, antics off the pitch has made him unsettled and he looks to leave the club in the summer.




3.Mariano

Why was he even bought in the 1st place? Giving him the number 7 shirt right after Ronaldo was a disrespect to the legendary number. Mariano is far from a first team place and is only a back up for now, he might leave, he might stay.....but only as a backup.



4.Isco

Isco was pure magic at peak, but he couldn't sustain his form. With a delayed world cup next year he seems set to leave in search of regular game time. The only problem?....his wages.




5.Vallejo


It might seem a bit harsh, but honestly I want him to leave. He's just 24, playing in a smaller team on a regular basis will help him develop. He has had his share of bad form, but age being on his side, I see him leaving this summer.





INs

1.Mbappe

Does it surprise you that Madrid will finally get their man after such a long battle with PSG? Mbappe has been on Madrid's radar since powering Monaco to the Ligue 1 and UCL semis. He has always been seen as the heir apparent to Cristiano Ronaldo, the player who deserves to wear that number 7 jersey. Everyone knew he would play for Madrid one day, but no one knew he would come for FREE. It just might become the signing of the century if he continues to show his quality. He can be the center of the new project, the one who ushers a new era into the hallowed Bernabeu.



2.Rudiger

I have my apprehensions whether I want him or not. Sure he's been good at Chelsea, but can he play in a back 4? If he comes and becomes a regular starter, then either Mendy or Militao will loose gametime. Miguel Gutierrez and Marvel will also be a victim. The plus sides of this deal are his experience, his age and the deal being free. Madrid have had defensive issues this season and having him will be a good addition.




3.Cancelo

We need a right back, its as simple as that. Carvajal is always injured and getting old, Vazquez is not good enough. We need an established right back, and who better than Joao Cancelo? Now, you might ask, why not Trent or James? My answer is because Joao is defensively better, makes those inside runs and can speak Spanish as well, which is a big factor while settling in. Plus his g/a is astounding for a right back, and with the budget Madrid has, 60-70 million for him is no big deal.



4.Haaland

I don't want him. Hear me out, no doubt he's one of the best player in the world and being so young, he'll improve. The problem is his agent Raiola, the same man in-charge of Zlatan and Pogba. Look at Zlatan's career, changing clubs is no big deal for him, there's no stability. Since the day Pogba arrived at United, there has been constant rumors of him leaving, which has created a toxic environment. If Madrid do spend 75-80 million on his signing, they would want him long term, not for 2-3 seasons, which is rare for a Raiola player. Same reason I don't want de Light. And no chance for Vlahovic, we did the same mistake in case of Jovic. Canadian Jonathan David has been linked with Madrid in the recent days, but do we really need another striker next summer?



Summary

The summer of 2022 will be like that of 2009, the beginning a new era. With the new Bernabeu opening full strength and a budget in excess of 200 million, good times are coming. What I really want to see in this Galacticos 3.0 is the use of the Castilla players like Marvel, Arribas, Blanco, Miguel, Iglesias and many more. They are the future, the future is white....HALA MADRID!

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  1. AnonymousDecember 30, 2021 at 10:01 PM

    Great 👍

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  2. Ritam Chakraborty December 31, 2021 at 11:46 AM

    This transfer window can be the end of an era but maybe the start of another one....

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