Real Madrid won the La Liga, UEFA Champions League and Supercopa de Espana titles last season under manager Carlo Ancelotti. The Italian will look for more domestic and continental success at the Santiago Bernabeu next campaign.
Meanwhile, PSG president Nasser Al Khelaifi has revealed that Kylian Mbappe turned down a better offer from Los Blancos to stay in Paris. Elsewhere, the La Liga giants are interested in an Inter Milan striker.
On that note, here's a look at the key Real Madrid transfer stories as on June 22, 2022:
Nasser Al Khelaifi says Kylian Mbappe turned down better offer from Real Madrid to stay at PSG
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) president Nasser Al Khelaifi has revealed that Kylian Mbappe turned down a meaty offer from Real Madrid. Despite being heavily courted by the La Liga giants, the Frenchman eventually opted to extend his stay with the Parisians last month.
Speaking to Marca, Al Khelaifi said that Mbappe was not motivated by money.
"I have great respect for Real Madrid as a club; they're a great club, but Kylian has never decided to renew for the money; that's the first thing. Madrid's offer was better than ours. He is our player, and he had other clubs in England as well as Madrid, but he chose PSG, and we didn't talk to him or his family about money until the last moment," said Al Khelaifi.
He added:
"Kylian was above all interested in the project, in football and sport. He is Parisian; he is French; and he wanted to stay here to represent his city and his country, his club, and it is not fair what has been said about him. For him, money is not the most important thing, he wants to win, and he wants a sporting project."
Al Khelaifi added that he turned down Los Blancos' astronomical bid for Mbappe last year, as he was confident Mbappe would stay. His decision has now been vindicated.
"I don't know what Madrid says, whether it was days or months ago. I know 18 months ago that Mbappe wanted to stay. I heard that Madrid said he wanted to play for Madrid, but it wasn't true. We are talking now about Madrid's latest offer, but in the summer, they made an offer of 170 and 180 million (euros)," said Al Khelaifi.
He continued:
"That means that Madrid's offer, plus his salary, was already better than ours, as it is now. I turned down 180 (million euros), and they told me I was crazy; people I trusted, because he could leave for free, but I did it because I was sure Kylian was going to stay because I know him and his family well; I know what he wants."
He added:
"Kylian is very serious, professional, and he wants to play and win; he doesn't care about money. I understand that Madrid are disappointed, but it's not fair to say that about Mbappe."
Los Blancos interested in Edin Dzeko
Real Madrid are interested in Edin Dzeko, according to Sport Mediaset via The Hard Tackle.
The Bosnian joined Inter Milan last summer as a replacement for Romelu Lukaku. The 36-year-old was an instant hit, registering 17 goals and ten assists from 49 games across competitions. However, with Lukaku set to return to the San Siro this summer, albeit on loan, Dzeko could be put up for sale.
Los Blancos are keeping a close eye on the situation as they look for a backup for Karim Benzema. The Frenchman was in blistering form last season, scoring 44 times in 46 games across competitions.
However, there's a dearth of quality backups to Benzema in the squad. Carlo Ancelotti wants to address the situation this summer, and Dzeko has emerged as an option. Madrid will have to contend with Juventus and Valencia for the Bosnian's signature, though.
Napoli want €30 million for Fabian Ruiz
Napoli want €30 million to part ways with Fabian Ruiz, according to Fichajes via The Hard Tackle.
The Spanish midfielder has been a regular feature for the Serie A giants since arriving in 2018. However, his contract expires next summer, and he's reluctant to extend his stay at the club. The Italian side previously wanted €50 million for Ruiz but have now reduced their asking price as they look to cash in on him this summer.
Real Madrid have had their eyes on the 26-year-old for quite some time. With Toni Kroos staring at an uncertain future, and Dani Ceballos also likely to leave, Los Blancos could dive for Ruiz this summer.
Fotadkmors
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One day someone will look back at his career and wish he had never met the PSG director. This someone will wish Emmanuel Macron had not pressured him to stay in a league of farmers. The truth is a shark 🦈 can’t realize his dreams living in a pond If you don’t gerit forgerit
Truth.
Fotadkmors
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Your several offers were turned down until you emptied the coffers. Then you promoted the small boy to president of PSG. It is very disgusting for an adult to try to turn verified lies into truth. Better keep that mouth shut.
tlazy37
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This is more personal between the 2 presidents, the PSG and the Madrid... facts are though, Madrid was interested and wanted to give him a playing ground to realize his dreams, but once you get used to swimming in a pond, you'd never know if there is something better out there.... PSG are likely to sign for bankruptcy by the end of the season, especially when the income is only winning the farmers league...
Wanbeloprs
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I think madrid want someone who can be on the bench without complaining about game time for just one season and is good move
Wanbeloprs
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I think lewndoski is better
tukdklnosu
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If it's United Want Ruiz The Price Must be 70 or 80
ThaiKa92
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Asensio
Kim-kim-kk
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One day someone will look back at his career and wish he had never met the PSG director. This someone will wish Emmanuel Macron had not pressured him to stay in a league of farmers. The truth is a shark 🦈 can’t realize his dreams living in a pond If you don’t gerit forgerit
ManUnited-Red
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They are recovering from the Mbappe heart break 💯
Tobiknz
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Dzeko to Madrid, are you kidding me? go for lautaro Martinez instead and sell jovic the actual laziest player in the world of football.
TryNuell
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There’s a big fallacy in your Logic. Real Madrid has earned their status and their revenue. PSG has not earned their delusional status as champions. And their revenue doesn’t coincide with their accomplishments. The fact that PSG thinks they are at a level that they can compare themselves to a top club like Real Madrid. They aren’t near the level of Bayern Munich, Chelsea or Liverpool or even Barca. Those clubs irrespective of their current conditions at this time, have a right to be called champions. PSG is not part of that club yet. They are at the moment “fronting” or a “poser-club” Now regarding expenditures, I hope you’re not trying to refer to FFP regulations, because that will be another argument that won’t favor you. But If it’s limited to just this transfer season expenditures, I will re-iterate that Real Madrid has earned their revenue. Payouts for champions league winners can take up to 5 years. Meaning depending on UEFA, Real Madrid will be paid a regular sum every year for the next 5 years. Also, there’s a break even point that FFP stipulates needs to be balanced. But that’s a longer conversation…
wanted to blast you but seeing Chelsea there I feel like kissing you already
teoamnpru
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I prefer cr7 then dzeko
dikbdilnop
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Al-khalaifi has a great weed dealer man😂
he is a fat lier
18597076(deleted)
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The delusion of real madrid fans is crazy too. Real madrid spend so much , when real do it , it is fine but when psg does it , its not ok?
There’s a big fallacy in your Logic. Real Madrid has earned their status and their revenue. PSG has not earned their delusional status as champions. And their revenue doesn’t coincide with their accomplishments. The fact that PSG thinks they are at a level that they can compare themselves to a top club like Real Madrid. They aren’t near the level of Bayern Munich, Chelsea or Liverpool or even Barca. Those clubs irrespective of their current conditions at this time, have a right to be called champions. PSG is not part of that club yet. They are at the moment “fronting” or a “poser-club” Now regarding expenditures, I hope you’re not trying to refer to FFP regulations, because that will be another argument that won’t favor you. But If it’s limited to just this transfer season expenditures, I will re-iterate that Real Madrid has earned their revenue. Payouts for champions league winners can take up to 5 years. Meaning depending on UEFA, Real Madrid will be paid a regular sum every year for the next 5 years. Also, there’s a break even point that FFP stipulates needs to be balanced. But that’s a longer conversation…
hoocdelnt
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Al-khalaifi has a great weed dealer man😂
Zipidiyi
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vice president mbappe has given PSG;president some scripts to read to stop people from saying he left for;money[Crylaugh]I dont believe a damn thing
niodlmt
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The self-delusion and denial of PSG is impressive. Very trump-esque.
The delusion of real madrid fans is crazy too. Real madrid spend so much , when real do it , it is fine but when psg does it , its not ok?
sayceiksyz
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The only thing I enjoy most on this app is wags😏
18597076(deleted)
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The self-delusion and denial of PSG is impressive. Very trump-esque.
jicacmruz
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Real Madrid or AF are obsessed with Mbappe. Get over yourselves
Are you crazy, do you think that is Madrid president talking?
Wuuenou
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Dzeko coming Madrid to do what? Even Dzeko will reject offer from Madrid because he knows he will do anything there
It's true wht u are saying
Kudalnoru
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Dzeko coming Madrid to do what? Even Dzeko will reject offer from Madrid because he knows he will do anything there
viobclmnps
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Real Madrid or AF are obsessed with Mbappe. Get over yourselves
Matthijs551
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I thought lautaro but you can have dzeko sure
Dikeiopz
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this app is fake 🤣
Zinacprz
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Hi need him