Real Madrid are linked with any number of players throughout the year, but less often does an agent publicly declare an interest. However that is the case for Kenan Yildiz, whose agent has explained that he has knowledge of Los Blancos’ interest in his client.
Yildiz has certainly made waves for Juventus over the last 18 months, and with Turkiye, standing out for his dribbling, eye for a pass and of course his finishing. It would be no surprise to see top clubs to pursue him in the near future. As quoted by Diario AS, agent Giovanni Branchini that the main obstacle is his asking price.
“Xabi Alonso wants Yildiz at Real Madrid. Xabi is willing to let anyone go to sign him, except Mbappe. Juventus is currently asking for €100m.”
Xabi Alonso’s comments on Kenan Yildiz
The Basque manager is certainly aware of his talents, and in the lead up to Real Madrid’s 1-0 win over Juventus during the week, was asked about the Turkish star.
“They have very good players, and Yildiz is one of them. He’s had a fantastic development. I know him. He was at Bayern when I was there. Seeing his progress makes me very happy.”
Yildiz responds to playing at the Bernabeu
Despite suffering a loss, Yildiz was not short of enthusiasm when asked about his impressions of the Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday night.
“It’s fantastic. Every kid dreams of playing in that stadium. I think it’s one of the most beautiful in the world, and being able to play there now is like a dream come true. Facing a club like Real Madrid in the Champions League is simply incredible.”
Difficult fit for Yildiz in current Real Madrid attack
As recently as two weeks ago, reports did emerge suggesting that Los Blancos had an interest in Yildiz. Certainly if Alonso does want Yildiz, it seems likely, as Branchini suggests, that others will have to depart. Los Blancos have just signed Franco Mastantuono to play on the right side, a position that Brahim Diaz and Arda Guler can also play. That is in addition to their plethora of stars on the left side.
