As the window draws to a close, Real Madrid is really putting an effort into seeking the signature of Bayern Munich left-back Alphonso Davies in a last-gasp deal. It seems like an attempt to better flush out the rosters of the Spanish giants that have occurred in the summer transfer window. This could prove to be a vital addition for the Los Blancos in their defense, as they try to cover up one glaring weakness and enhance their prospects for the upcoming seasons in both La Liga and the Champions League.
Real Madrid's Busy Summer Transfer Window
The summer transfer market at Real Madrid has been nothing short of breathtaking. The Whites captured the headlines with the signing of Kylian Mbappé from Paris Saint-Germain on a free transfer. This signing was widely celebrated by fans, who felt this was a statement of intent by Los Blancos to show their strong ambitions of being at the helm of European football once again. Scouting for the Brazilian prodigy Endrick is a more immediate manifestation of efforts to nail down the top young talent that will dominate the future.
An experience veteran had left an exit hole in Real Madrid's backline, but the club seemed to have tied up its share of business in the summer. Manager Carlo Ancelotti publicly declared that no more signings were coming in and that what was now at his disposal would then be maneuvered for a season worth remembering.
The Shocking Pursuit of Alphonso Davies
It has emerged that Real Madrid is now looking at a last-minute deal for Bayern Munich's Alphonso Davies. The 22-year-old left-back has long been on the radar of a host of top European clubs, with Real Madrid's interest in the player is very much a matter of record. With Davies' current deal running until 2025, Bayern Munich risks losing one of their first-team players to free agency if they do not secure a renewal or a sale soon.
Earlier this summer, Relevo, a Spanish news outlet, reported that Real Madrid had made a €30 million bid for Davies on the table, but Bayern Munich did not want to part ways with the Canadian international, which they have now. Los Blancos seem to not give up on this and will reportedly make one final bid to try and win the race for Davies' services before the transfer window is shut.
Why Alphonso Davies
To a majority of followers, Alphonso Davies is ranked among the best left-backs globally, with his blistering pace, great dribbling, and an admixture of defensive skills. What makes him a perfect fit for Real Madrid—a team that expects versatility and attacking flair from its full-backs—is the way he contributes in both aspects of the game: offensively and defensively.
Signing Davies comes as a decision of strategic importance for Real Madrid. The departure of Nacho will naturally create a vacuum within the team, as strong as it is defensively; however, none of the other defenders hold the special characteristics that Davies brings to the game. His arrival will not only improve the defense but will add some other characteristics to the offensive game of the team.
The timing of this possible transfer could be high. The Real Madrid La Liga campaign did not start the way they would have liked it, being opened by a disappointing draw against Mallorca. With two important midfielders already out with injuries—both Eduardo Camavinga and Jude Bellingham—a concern comes about the depth of this squad and its capacity to contest at multiple fronts this season.
It is in this light that a rush-hour buy for Davies may just be considered a strategic move to strengthen the squad and fill this gap. With such a player's assurance in the fold, Madrid would be able to solidify its defense but also show the rest of the rivals that their intentions this season are very serious in winning silverware.
Possible obstacles and negotiations
Though Real Madrid's interest in Davies cannot be disputed, saying that, there are a number of hurdles that stand in their way from making a deal with the Bavarians. The first one would be the Munich-based club's stand on selling the player. The Bavarians are notorious for being one of the hardest sellers in the transfer market. Therefore, it could not be possible to have them willing to sell a player of Davies' caliber just weeks to the closure of the transfer window.
Finances might also remain problematic. Real Madrid can be one of the richest football clubs in the world, but traditionally very cautious with the pocket, especially in the most recent years. Thus, a really big transfer investment in Davies would have to be substantiated by the long-term worth he could afford the team.
However, with the possibility of losing Davies for free next summer, the situation could push the Germans into new levels of being pliable. It could well be a transfer that benefits all if the right bid comes in for their valued assets in Bayern.
The Effect This Can Have on Real Madrid's Season
The impact of Alphonso Davies could be great over the course of their season if Real Madrid manages to sign him. He probably would get a starting position so easily, filling in the blanks in the defense squad. This would also provide Ancelotti with more alternative attacking tactics, knowing the left flank was in safe hands.
Apart from that, the signing of the player would make the team sturdy enough for Ancelotti to reshuffle the side and deal with any long season in both La Liga and the Champions League. Again, given Davies' adaptability across various positions, he could also come in handy in such as to provide squad options, more so in the event they are hit by injuries in those positions.
Conclusion
As the curtain slowly draws on the summer transfer window, the chase for Alphonso Davies by Real Madrid throws a new and exciting twist into what has already been a landmark period of business for the club. Many road bumps still lie in wait in seeking to seal the deal, but the potential rewards set in signing Davies are clear. It probably will be the last piece of the puzzle for Real Madrid to hopefully take the top position in European football.
And whether this or any last-minute heist happens or not, one thing is sure: Real Madrid wants to leave literally no stone unturned to build a squad capable of winning trophies. As negotiations for Alphonso Davies to go to Real Madrid tick away, the mind runs wild at the potential sight of that Bayern Munich player donning the famous white hem.
