Real Madrid concluded their first half of the season with a narrow 1-0 win against Alaves, owing to Lucas Vazquez’s late winner.
Carlo Ancelotti has put Real Madrid in a favourable position to grab the La Liga title come the end of the season, but the Italian coach has had his fair share of difficulties.
Throughout the campaign, Los Blancos have been badly struck by injuries. Depletions in defence have particularly heightened concerns, with David Alaba’s most recent ACL tear compelling Madrid to evaluate replacements in the January transfer window.
And one player who has piqued the club’s interest is Sporting Lisbon’s bright young talent, Goncalo Inacio.
Real Madrid will face competition for Inacio
Indeed, acquiring Inacio will not prove to be a cakewalk as according to SPORT, the centre-back who plays for Sporting CP, is on the wishlist of many European heavyweights.
Among the teams that have expressed interest in the 22-year-old Portuguese are Liverpool, Arsenal, and Manchester United. And following Alaba’s season-ending injury, Real Madrid are also considered one of the interested parties.
Inacio is one of the great discoveries of the Portuguese championship, which is why the Portuguese club sought assurance of his continuity by extending his contract, withholding the player with a €60 million clause and a contract that runs until 2027.
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Real Madrid have been an old admirer of Inacio, especially after they inquired about him in the recent summer transfer window.
Despite Inacio’s expensive release clause valuation, reports have previously argued that Sporting CP have indicated that they are open to modifying the terms of their payment collection.
The youngster could be purchased for €45 million upfront and an additional €15 million in variable bonuses. But in light of growing competition, Real Madrid will have to act fast.
Even so, the Royal Whites are expected to survey all their options carefully before making any concetrated efforts. Several players have entered their radars, including Antonio Silva, Willian Pacho, and Giorgio Scalvini.