With just two weeks left before the summer transfer window comes to an end, Real Madrid could still have one or two surprises prepared. Despite already being very active earlier in the window, the Spanish giants may not be completely finished in the market.
Los Blancos have secured four big-name signings so far, strengthening various areas of the squad. But in the past few weeks, things have gone quiet around the Santiago Bernabéu, and the official stance from the club is that no further additions are expected. However, a few hints suggest that Madrid might still be planning a final move. For example, the club recently handed the No. 30 jersey to Franco Mastantuono while also leaving a spot in the senior squad vacant, a decision that has raised speculation of one last incoming transfer before the deadline.
According to reports from Defensa Central, Real Madrid already have a very specific strategy in place should they decide to part ways with Rodrygo Goes. The plan would be to use the funds generated from his sale to target two players: Ibrahima Konaté from Liverpool and Adam Wharton from Crystal Palace.
Rodrygo has attracted strong interest in the Premier League, with Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur both keeping a close eye on him. Valued at around €100 million, the sale of the Brazilian winger would provide Madrid with significant financial flexibility to reinforce both midfield and defence.
The first name on their radar is Adam Wharton, the young English midfielder who has impressed greatly since breaking through at Crystal Palace. At just 21 years old, he has already shown maturity, vision, and technical quality in the Premier League.
Known for his ball-winning ability and precise distribution, Wharton is viewed as a player who can add both depth and balance to Madrid’s already talented midfield, which includes stars such as Aurelien Tchouaméni, Eduardo Camavinga, Federico Valverde, and Arda Güler.
The second target is Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konaté, who is admired for his physical strength, pace, and international experience. With ongoing injury concerns around David Alaba and the fact that Antonio Rüdiger is not getting any younger, Real Madrid see Konaté as a long-term solution to reinforce the backline. The Frenchman’s contract at Liverpool runs until 2026, and although the Reds may demand close to €50 million, Madrid are optimistic they could negotiate a more reasonable fee if the Rodrygo transfer goes through.
As the clock ticks down towards the end of the transfer window, everything now depends on whether Rodrygo is sold. If he does leave, Real Madrid’s summer business could shift dramatically from quiet to decisive in just a matter of days.
