da pinnacle： Los Blancos have already been busy in the market with both incomings and outgoings, but who else could arrive at the Bernabeu?

da aposte e ganhe： Two weeks ago, everything seemed pretty normal around Real Madrid. It was, in theory, supposed to be a relatively quiet summer. Yes, Los Blancos needed a back-up striker, a central midfielder and perhaps cover at full-back, but the impending arrival of Jude Bellingham would surely quench the need for a marquee summer signing. The return of Fran Garcia, a highly-rated left-back from Rayo Vallecano, also appeared to be a sensible move.

Then, Karim Benzema changed everything, agreeing on a massive deal with Saudi Pro League side Al-Ittihad, leaving Madrid without a recognised striker heading into the 2023-24 season. That presented a real problem for a squad already short on attacking depth. All of a sudden, a tame few weeks have started to look very important.

Signings, then, are needed, and a host of names have already started to crop up. Madrid supposedly hold serious interest in Harry Kane, while they are also said to be enamored with Kai Havertz. There are other possible targets, too, with a handful of big-name strikers potentially available for premium prices this summer.

But who might Madrid sign? GOAL takes a look at some of the players Los Blancos could splash the cash on this summer…

GettyHarry Kane (Tottenham)

A Kane move to Madrid has been rumoured for nearly two years now. But this time, it could really happen. The whole thing is well-chronicled at this point: Kane's current Spurs contract expires next summer, and the striker has shown little indication that he's willing to pen a new deal in north London. Tottenham will either have to sell him this summer or likely watch him walk away for free next.

There are reasons for him to stay in England, namely his desire to break the Premier League's all-time goalscoring record. But Madrid can offer the material success and spotlight that Spurs simply cannot.

The tactical fit makes sense, too. Kane could drop deep and link up with Vinicius Jr. and Rodrygo, and will also get plenty of service in the box. Madrid have the funds and need. If Spurs want to sell — and there's no guarantee — this makes sense.

AdvertisementGetty ImagesAlphonso Davies (Bayern Munich)

With Garcia wrapped up, Davies seems a strange one. But Los Blancos are supposedly interested regardless. And there is some sense to this one. Davies endured a disappointing 2022-23 campaign, and could probably do with a change of scenery — something he himself admitted. Meanwhile, changes to the Bayern boardroom could make the left-back available at a decent price.

Davies is a superior player to Garcia, and is versatile enough to fill in on the left wing if Vinicius needs a rest. He's perhaps not a player Madrid need, but Davies would be a world-class addition.

Getty ImagesKai Havertz (Chelsea)

Madrid reportedly have a concrete interest in Havertz, and the player wants a change of scenery, but it's difficult to see exactly how he fits into the side. The German is a puzzling player, neither attacking midfielder nor centre-forward, Havertz is a conundrum wherever he goes.

Theoretically, he could be a Benzema replacement, but he doesn't have the same goalscoring or creative chops as the Frenchman. Then again, Los Blancos were never going to find a like-for-like player to step into the Ballon d'Or winner's shoes.

Perhaps Havertz opens up other ways of playing, or brings about a change in system. Regardless, Madrid clearly see something in him, and are willing to pay €60m (£52m/$64m) to secure his services.

Supplied by La LigaSamuel Chukwueze (Villarreal)

Chukwueze tore Madrid's defence apart in January, and it's clear that Los Blancos have kept an eye on him since then. The winger isn't necessarily an elite goalscorer, but he chipped in with his fair share of assists, and was among the best chance-creators in La Liga.

His dribbling ability is also valuable, and he could function as a central striker, if needed. At a reported €40m(£34m/$43m), he's good value for money.