3 players Real Madrid need to get rid of

While Real Madrid are known for having world class talent from around Europe in their squad, sometimes it could be a problem for the player and as well as the club to give room to too many players in their squad and keep up with their salary and playing time demands.

Real Madrid had recently lost the main goal scorer in the form of Cristiano Ronaldo, who moved to Juventus on a four-year deal. Following Cristiano’s departure, it is now the right time for Gareth Bale to blossom, who once considered leaving the club in search of more playing time.

Having won the UEFA Champions League title for a third season in a row, Real Madrid look to have a solid and complete squad. Though, they are missing a top quality finisher which might soon be added to the roster.

Whilst working to add some more fantastic players in their star-studded team, the Los Blancos would also like to get rid of some of them so as to make things smooth for the remaining squad and the departing players as well.

Real Madrid recently loaned out Achraf Hakimi after signing a new fullback Alvaro Odriozola. There are more players, who need to be sold or loaned prior to the season’s kick off.

Let’s take a look at 3 players Real Madrid need to get rid of:

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#3 Kiko Casilla

Kiko Casilla on the Real Madrid bench

The 31-year-old Spanish goalkeeper was signed in July 2015 following Iker Casillas’ departure to Porto. Since then, the player has not enjoyed much playing time and has spent most of the time on the bench.

Keylor Navas's superb form over the years and Real Madrid’s dependability on Navas for saving the shots in important games, kept Casilla out of the playing eleven and he was only called up in domestic cup (Copa Del Rey) games or when Navas was injured or needed rest.

Recently, the Los Blancos signed Ukranian shot stopper Andriy Lunin, who is all of just 19 years. And that is speculated to act as a catalyst for Casilla’s depature.

#2 Borja Mayoral

Mayoral in a Copa Del Rey match

The young Spanish striker has all the attributes of being a good striker, but has been kept out of the squad mostly due to the exceptional bench strength Real Madrid possess and also due to Karim Benzema still being in the team.

Despite having a good time with the U-21 Spanish side where he scored 6 goals in just 6 appearances last season, he did not enjoy much time in La Liga where he made only 14 appearances for the Spanish giants, scoring on 3 occasions.

Given his skills and young age, Real Madrid might not sell him but they would surely like to loan him for a year or two.

Real Madrid, who are already lacking a top quality finisher, and with Icardi/Cavani on their radar, it is obvious that Mayoral won’t get much playing time in Real Madrid. He might be sold or loaned to any of the La Liga teams, so that they the player could develop and replace Karim Benzema when he hangs up his boots.

#3 Theo Hernandez

Theo Hernandez (In White)

The former Atletico Madrid man, who was signed during the previous summer transfer window, has not enjoyed much playing time and was called up only when Marcelo was injured or needed rest.

With Marcelo always being in a brilliant form, it is quite difficult for other players to impress in his position. Theo has anomalous pace but loses possession quite easily and his cross delivering skills are poor at times.

While having a defender as versatile as Nacho, who can play in almost any defensive position, it is obvious that Real Madrid would like to loan or sell Theo Hernandez, who failed to impress during his past season at the Spanish capital.

Reportedly, he is already being linked with Real Sociedad for a loan move so that the player can develop and return to the club when needed.

Theo Hernandez is young and strong and might be useful when Marcelo retires. As of now, he needs more development.