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Alphonso Davies is likely to become one of Real Madrid’s main focus areas once they complete the deal to sign Kylian Mbappe in a free transfer this summer.
The club are looking for a fix in the left-back unit, especially amid uncertainty over the future of Ferland Mendy and Fran Garcia.
Davies has emerged as an ideal target, with Real Madrid ready to take advantage of his tense relationship with FC Bayern right now.
Davies’ current deal in Bavaria expires in 2025. He is regarded as one of the most impactful players in Bavaria, but the Canadian international has appeared reluctant to sign a new deal.
This has caught the attention of Real Madrid, who are prepared to take advantage of a potential market opportunity this coming summer.
Bayern director confirms renewal talks with Davies
However, in what could be a possible blow for Real Madrid, it appears Alphonso Davies’ renewal at Bayern Munich has not been completely ruled out.
This has been confirmed by Bayern’s director Christoph Freund, who has stated that Bayern are in talks with the Canadian international over a new deal, while also refusing to rule out an extension.
“It’s not unlikely at all. There are talks and the talks are good and open. We’ll see what happens in the next few weeks,” Freund told Victor Catalina (h/t Fabrizio Romano).
A worrying sign for Real Madrid?
Davies’ maintaining contact with Bayern over a new contract is certainly a cause for concern for Real Madrid.
However, it must be noted that Los Blancos have made significant ground, in their bid to sign the left-back. The player, for his part, does not seem all too enthusiastic about prolonging his stay at Bayern and is open to new challenges.
That means unless Bayern Munich offer an extremely lucrative contract, Davies will continue to stall and may eventually agree a deal with Real Madrid.
One thing Real Madrid should be worried about is Davies’ price tag. The club are reportedly unwilling to pay the player’s €60-70 million and as long as Bayern’s valuation does not reduce drastically, a Davies deal is unlikely to be considered by the board.
